Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C Wayne Collier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C Wayne Collier Elementary serves the southwest area of Hope Mills, NC, covering approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C Wayne Collier Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
C Wayne Collier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C Wayne Collier Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1964 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
7%
4%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C Wayne Collier Elementary School's ranking?
C Wayne Collier Elementary School is ranked #1964 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are C Wayne Collier Elementary School often compared to?
C Wayne Collier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockfish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend C Wayne Collier Elementary School?
532 students attend C Wayne Collier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of C Wayne Collier Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C Wayne Collier Elementary School?
C Wayne Collier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does C Wayne Collier Elementary School offer ?
C Wayne Collier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C Wayne Collier Elementary School part of?
C Wayne Collier Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is C Wayne Collier Elementary School located?
C Wayne Collier Elementary School is located in the South View neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in South View.
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