Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ceasar Cone 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 16% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 96% 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: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ceasar Cone Elementary serves the northeast part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance from the school to the zone's edge of 1.4 miles and the furthest edge being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ceasar Cone Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings
Ceasar Cone 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 Ceasar Cone Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2542 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)16%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
6%
5%
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Hispanic
16%
22%
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Black
69%
24%
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White
4%
42%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ceasar Cone Elementary School's ranking?
Ceasar Cone Elementary School is ranked #2542 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ceasar Cone Elementary School?
412 students attend Ceasar Cone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ceasar Cone Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ceasar Cone Elementary School?
Ceasar Cone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ceasar Cone Elementary School offer ?
Ceasar Cone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ceasar Cone Elementary School part of?
Ceasar Cone Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ceasar Cone Elementary School located?
Ceasar Cone Elementary School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Greensboro, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.
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