Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmhurst 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmhurst Elementary serves a central area in Greenville, NC, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmhurst Elementary School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1377 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
49%
24%
White
34%
42%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Elmhurst Elementary School is ranked #1377 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elmhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Elmhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Elementary School, Winterville Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elmhurst Elementary School?
454 students attend Elmhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Elmhurst Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmhurst Elementary School?
Elmhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elmhurst Elementary School offer ?
Elmhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmhurst Elementary School part of?
Elmhurst Elementary School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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