Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J R Ingram Jr 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 61% 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: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J R Ingram Jr Elementary serves the west part of Sanford, NC, covering an area of approximately 47 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
J R Ingram Jr Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J R Ingram Jr 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 J R Ingram Jr Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1467 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 J R Ingram Jr Elementary School's ranking?
J R Ingram Jr Elementary School is ranked #1467 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J R Ingram Jr Elementary School often compared to?
J R Ingram Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bt Bullock Elementary School, Broadway Elementary School, J Glenn Edwards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J R Ingram Jr Elementary School?
419 students attend J R Ingram Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of J R Ingram Jr Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J R Ingram Jr Elementary School?
J R Ingram Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J R Ingram Jr Elementary School offer ?
J R Ingram Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J R Ingram Jr Elementary School part of?
J R Ingram Jr Elementary School is part of Lee County Schools.
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