Piney Grove Elementary School

1680 Piney Grove Road
Lumberton, NC 28358
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Piney Grove 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 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Piney Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Piney Grove Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Piney Grove 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 Piney Grove Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#2348 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(21-22)
31%
51%
25%
50%
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
48%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piney Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Piney Grove Elementary School is ranked #2348 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Piney Grove Elementary School?
473 students attend Piney Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Piney Grove Elementary School students are American Indian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piney Grove Elementary School?
Piney Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Piney Grove Elementary School offer ?
Piney Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piney Grove Elementary School part of?
Piney Grove Elementary School is part of Public Schools Of Robeson County.

School Reviews

Review Piney Grove Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

How Public Schools Support Students on Free / Reduced-Lunch Programs
How Public Schools Support Students on Free / Reduced-Lunch Programs
Explore how U.S. public schools support students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch through nutrition, academic, and wraparound services in 2025.
Hidden Costs of Public Schools: Fees, Supplies & Extras
Hidden Costs of Public Schools: Fees, Supplies & Extras
Explore the hidden costs in public schools—fees, supplies, extracurriculars—and how parents can plan for them in 2025.
Public School Funding 2025: What Families Should Know
Public School Funding 2025: What Families Should Know
Essential insights on public school funding in 2025—how it works, what’s changing, and what families should know to stay ahead.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links