Guy B Teachey Elementary School

294 Newbern Ave
Asheboro, NC 27205
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Guy B Teachey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : Guy B Teachey Elementary serves the southern part of Asheboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Guy B Teachey Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Guy B Teachey 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 Guy B Teachey Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1372 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(21-22)
59%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

38%
50%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
46%
22%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Black
10%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
35%
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
65%
0.66

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
26.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%

Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Tiger Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Guy B Teachey Elementary School's ranking?
Guy B Teachey Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Guy B Teachey Elementary School often compared to?
Guy B Teachey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southmont Elementary School, Balfour Elementary School, Lindley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Guy B Teachey Elementary School?
444 students attend Guy B Teachey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Guy B Teachey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guy B Teachey Elementary School?
Guy B Teachey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Guy B Teachey Elementary School offer ?
Guy B Teachey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guy B Teachey Elementary School part of?
Guy B Teachey Elementary School is part of Asheboro City Schools.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : Guy B Teachey Elementary serves the southern part of Asheboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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