Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruce Drysdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bruce Drysdale Elementary serves the southwest part of Hendersonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Families typically drive within 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruce Drysdale Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#943 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce Drysdale Elementary School's ranking?
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bruce Drysdale Elementary School often compared to?
Bruce Drysdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bruce Drysdale Elementary School?
473 students attend Bruce Drysdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bruce Drysdale Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruce Drysdale Elementary School?
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bruce Drysdale Elementary School offer ?
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce Drysdale Elementary School part of?
Bruce Drysdale Elementary School is part of Henderson County Schools.
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