Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hemby Bridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemby Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hemby Bridge Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hemby Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemby Bridge 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
#362 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemby Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Hemby Bridge Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hemby Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Hemby Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hemby Bridge Elementary School?
491 students attend Hemby Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hemby Bridge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemby Bridge Elementary School?
Hemby Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hemby Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Hemby Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemby Bridge Elementary School part of?
Hemby Bridge Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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