Serving 695 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lillington-shawtown 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lillington-Shawtown Elementary serves the eastern part of Lillington, NC, covering approximately 87.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical driving time of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lillington-shawtown Elementary School's student population of 695 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lillington-shawtown 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 Lillington-shawtown 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
#2073 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
7%
4%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chipmunks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillington-shawtown Elementary School's ranking?
Lillington-shawtown Elementary School is ranked #2073 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lillington-shawtown Elementary School often compared to?
Lillington-shawtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunn Elementary School, Anderson Creek Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lillington-shawtown Elementary School?
695 students attend Lillington-shawtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lillington-shawtown Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lillington-shawtown Elementary School?
Lillington-shawtown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lillington-shawtown Elementary School offer ?
Lillington-shawtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lillington-shawtown Elementary School part of?
Lillington-shawtown Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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