Bruce H. Tharrington Primary serves 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Attendance Zone: Bruce H Tharrington Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mount Airy, NC, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary's student population of 432 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bear Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bruce H. Tharrington Primary often compared to?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Elementary School, Millennium Charter Academy, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bruce H. Tharrington Primary?
432 students attend Bruce H. Tharrington Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bruce H. Tharrington Primary offer ?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce H. Tharrington Primary part of?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary is part of Mount Airy City Schools.
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