Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hildebran 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 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hildebran Elementary serves the eastern part of Hildebran, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hildebran Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 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 Rankings
Hildebran 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 Hildebran Elementary School is 0.41, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)18.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. 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 Hildebran Elementary School's ranking?
Hildebran Elementary School is ranked #1377 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 Hildebran Elementary School?
297 students attend Hildebran Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hildebran Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hildebran Elementary School?
Hildebran Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hildebran Elementary School offer ?
Hildebran Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hildebran Elementary School part of?
Hildebran Elementary School is part of Burke County Schools.
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