Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farmer 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmer Elementary serves the southwest part of Asheboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 106.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farmer Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students are First in All We Do!
School Rankings
Farmer 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 Farmer Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)19.6%
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 (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Farmer Elementary School's ranking?
Farmer Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Farmer Elementary School often compared to?
Farmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southmont Elementary School, Seagrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Farmer Elementary School?
230 students attend Farmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Farmer Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmer Elementary School?
Farmer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farmer Elementary School offer ?
Farmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farmer Elementary School part of?
Farmer Elementary School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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