Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P W Moore 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: P W Moore Elementary serves the eastern part of Elizabeth City, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the zone edge being about 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
P W Moore Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
P.W. Moore Elementary School's mission is to partner with families and the community, while strengthening structures to increase student success using AVID strategies.
School Rankings
P W Moore 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 P W Moore Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2442 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P W Moore Elementary School's ranking?
P W Moore Elementary School is ranked #2442 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are P W Moore Elementary School often compared to?
P W Moore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J C Sawyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend P W Moore Elementary School?
353 students attend P W Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of P W Moore Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P W Moore Elementary School?
P W Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does P W Moore Elementary School offer ?
P W Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is P W Moore Elementary School part of?
P W Moore Elementary School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School District.
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