North Harnett Primary serves 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harnett Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Harnett Primary's student population of 333 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Harnett Primary is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
49%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Harnett Primary often compared to?
North Harnett Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Harnett Elementary School, Mcgee's Crossroads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Harnett Primary?
333 students attend North Harnett Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Harnett Primary students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Harnett Primary?
North Harnett Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Harnett Primary offer ?
North Harnett Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Harnett Primary part of?
North Harnett Primary is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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