Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peachtree Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peachtree Elementary serves the eastern part of Murphy, NC, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peachtree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peachtree Elementary School's student population of 166 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our mission is for every student to graduate from high school to be globally competitive for work, and post-secondary education, and prepared for life in the 21st Century.
School Rankings
Peachtree Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peachtree Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#778 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachtree Elementary School's ranking?
Peachtree Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Peachtree Elementary School often compared to?
Peachtree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martins Creek Elementary School, Murphy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Peachtree Elementary School?
166 students attend Peachtree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Peachtree Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peachtree Elementary School?
Peachtree Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peachtree Elementary School offer ?
Peachtree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peachtree Elementary School part of?
Peachtree Elementary School is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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