Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elizabeth M Cashwell 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 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary serves the southwest part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive to the school of around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elizabeth M Cashwell 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 Elizabeth M Cashwell 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
#2218 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
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)37.9%
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 (14-15)
7%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-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 Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School is ranked #2218 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Education V Baldwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School?
576 students attend Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School located?
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary School is located in the South View neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC.
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