Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinehurst Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinehurst Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Pinehurst, NC, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinehurst 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
School Overview
Pinehurst Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinehurst Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinehurst Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#329 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinehurst Elementary School's ranking?
Pinehurst Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pinehurst Elementary School often compared to?
Pinehurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pinehurst Elementary School?
584 students attend Pinehurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pinehurst Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinehurst Elementary School?
Pinehurst Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pinehurst Elementary School offer ?
Pinehurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinehurst Elementary School part of?
Pinehurst Elementary School is part of Moore County Schools.
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