Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pactolus 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pactolus serves the east part of Greenville, NC, covering an area of approximately 63.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pactolus's student population of 657 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Better, Together!
School Rankings
Pactolus 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 Pactolus is 0.63, 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
#1998 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
8%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pactolus's ranking?
Pactolus is ranked #1998 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pactolus often compared to?
Pactolusis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Elementary School, Stokes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pactolus?
657 students attend Pactolus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pactolus students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pactolus?
Pactolus has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pactolus offer ?
Pactolus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pactolus part of?
Pactolus is part of Pitt County Schools.
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