Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Moncure School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Moncure School serves the eastern part of its district in Moncure, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 93 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moncure School's student population of 176 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Moncure School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moncure School is 0.61, 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
#827 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moncure School's ranking?
Moncure School is ranked #827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Moncure School often compared to?
Moncure Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Moncure School?
176 students attend Moncure School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Moncure School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moncure School?
Moncure School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moncure School offer ?
Moncure School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moncure School part of?
Moncure School is part of Chatham County Schools.
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