Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, College Lakes 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 30% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: College Lakes Elementary serves the northwest part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
College Lakes Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“It Is A Great Day For Learning At College Lakes.”
School Rankings
College Lakes 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 College Lakes Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2211 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
64%
24%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
College Lakes Elementary School is ranked #2211 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?
30% 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 College Lakes Elementary School?
459 students attend College Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of College Lakes Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of College Lakes Elementary School?
College Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does College Lakes Elementary School offer ?
College Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is College Lakes Elementary School part of?
College Lakes Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
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