Serving 450 students in grades 3-5, Edgewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewood Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Whiteville, NC, covering approximately 92.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgewood Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edgewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1226 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
42%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Edgewood Elementary School's ranking?
Edgewood Elementary School is ranked #1226 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Elementary School?
450 students attend Edgewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Edgewood Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Elementary School?
Edgewood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edgewood Elementary School offer ?
Edgewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgewood Elementary School part of?
Edgewood Elementary School is part of Whiteville City Schools.
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