Serving 295 students in grades 3-5, Pumpkin Center Intermediate 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 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pumpkin Center Intermediate serves the northeast part of Lincolnton, NC, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest distance from the school’s edge being 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pumpkin Center Intermediate's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Pumpkin Center Intermediate 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 Pumpkin Center Intermediate is 0.33, 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
#1475 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pumpkin Center Intermediate's ranking?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate is ranked #1475 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pumpkin Center Intermediate often compared to?
Pumpkin Center Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School, St. James Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pumpkin Center Intermediate?
295 students attend Pumpkin Center Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pumpkin Center Intermediate students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pumpkin Center Intermediate?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pumpkin Center Intermediate offer ?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pumpkin Center Intermediate part of?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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