Serving 381 students in grades 1-5, Charles England 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles England Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lexington, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles England Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Thrive in the Hive
School Rankings
Charles England 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 Charles England 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
#1876 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
34%
22%
Black
40%
24%
White
14%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles England Elementary School's ranking?
Charles England Elementary School is ranked #1876 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charles England Elementary School often compared to?
Charles England Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Elementary Global Academy, Churchland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Charles England Elementary School?
381 students attend Charles England Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Charles England Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles England Elementary School?
Charles England Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles England Elementary School offer ?
Charles England Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles England Elementary School part of?
Charles England Elementary School is part of Lexington City Schools.
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