Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucama Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lucama Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucama Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucama Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
19%
25%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucama Elementary School's ranking?
Lucama Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lucama Elementary School?
352 students attend Lucama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lucama Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucama Elementary School?
Lucama Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucama Elementary School offer ?
Lucama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lucama Elementary School part of?
Lucama Elementary School is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
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