Serving 782 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary serves a 3.4 square mile area in the west part of Fayetteville, NC, where families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School's student population of 782 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
782 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#739 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School's ranking?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is ranked #739 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School often compared to?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoney Point Elementary School, E E Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School?
782 students attend E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School offer ?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School part of?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School located?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is located in the Jack Britt neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 6 other public schools located in Jack Britt.
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