Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Rim 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 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Rim Elementary serves the west part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Rim Elementary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream! Explore! Discover! … your success!
School Rankings
Lake Rim 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 Lake Rim Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1629 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
6%
4%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 16-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 Lake Rim Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Rim Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lake Rim Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Rim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E E Miller Elementary School, Cumberland Mills Elementary School, Bill Hefner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lake Rim Elementary School?
656 students attend Lake Rim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lake Rim Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Rim Elementary School?
Lake Rim Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Rim Elementary School offer ?
Lake Rim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Rim Elementary School part of?
Lake Rim Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lake Rim Elementary School located?
Lake Rim Elementary School is located in the Jack Britt neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 6 other public schools located in Jack Britt.
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