Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donna L Loflin 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Donna L Loflin Elementary serves the southwest area of Asheboro, NC, covering approximately 3.3 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donna L Loflin Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ACS: A learning community of excellence!
School Rankings
Donna L Loflin 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 Donna L Loflin Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
18%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Comet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donna L Loflin Elementary School's ranking?
Donna L Loflin Elementary School is ranked #1790 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Donna L Loflin Elementary School?
300 students attend Donna L Loflin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Donna L Loflin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donna L Loflin Elementary School?
Donna L Loflin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Donna L Loflin Elementary School offer ?
Donna L Loflin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donna L Loflin Elementary School part of?
Donna L Loflin Elementary School is part of Asheboro City Schools.
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