Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairgrove 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairgrove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairgrove Elementary School's student population of 279 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairgrove 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 Fairgrove Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2491 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
49%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
11%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairgrove Elementary School's ranking?
Fairgrove Elementary School is ranked #2491 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fairgrove Elementary School often compared to?
Fairgrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Hawk Eye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Fairgrove Elementary School?
279 students attend Fairgrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fairgrove Elementary School students are American Indian, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairgrove Elementary School?
Fairgrove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairgrove Elementary School offer ?
Fairgrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairgrove Elementary School part of?
Fairgrove Elementary School is part of Public Schools Of Robeson County.
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