Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Leicester 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leicester Elementary serves the west part of Leicester, NC, covering an area of approximately 74.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located up to 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leicester Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Leicester 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 Leicester Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1673 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leicester Elementary School's ranking?
Leicester Elementary School is ranked #1673 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Leicester Elementary School often compared to?
Leicester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Elementary School, West Buncombe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Leicester Elementary School?
399 students attend Leicester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Leicester Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leicester Elementary School?
Leicester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Leicester Elementary School offer ?
Leicester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leicester Elementary School part of?
Leicester Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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