Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pearsontown Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearsontown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearsontown Elementary School's student population of 740 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Pearsontown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearsontown Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
36%
25%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 is Pearsontown Elementary School's ranking?
Pearsontown Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pearsontown Elementary School?
740 students attend Pearsontown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pearsontown Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearsontown Elementary School?
Pearsontown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pearsontown Elementary School offer ?
Pearsontown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearsontown Elementary School part of?
Pearsontown Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearsontown Elementary School located?
Pearsontown Elementary School is located in the Orindo Drive Robinwood Bellgreen Road neighborhood of Durham, NC.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2007
My daughter is in 4th grade and goes to Pearsontown Elem and I love it. Last year she attended Oak Grove (from 1st-3rd grade) only her first grade year was commendable. I was so fustrated with her 3rd grade teacher (and administration - she had 2 principles and an interim that year)I asked everyone I knew for help to find a new school.Pearsontown was recommended everytime. The administration is very supportive of the teachers and the teachers support the parents and the students and even the parents are very visible supporting the administration, teachers and students. This school has a great sense of community. I am very pleased. My daughter has done very well. When problems arise they are proactive and put things in place to assist.
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