Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Mebane Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Mebane Elementary serves the eastern part of Mebane, NC, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Mebane Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Mebane Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mebane Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#951 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
34%
24%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mebane Elementary School's ranking?
South Mebane Elementary School is ranked #951 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Mebane Elementary School often compared to?
South Mebane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E M Yoder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Mebane Elementary School?
506 students attend South Mebane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of South Mebane Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Mebane Elementary School?
South Mebane Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Mebane Elementary School offer ?
South Mebane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Mebane Elementary School part of?
South Mebane Elementary School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.
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