Serving 347 students in grades 3-5, Sycamore Lane 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sycamore Lane Elementary serves the southwest part of Laurinburg, NC, covering an area of approximately 44.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sycamore Lane Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
AN INVESTMENT IN THE FUTURE
School Rankings
Sycamore Lane 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 Sycamore Lane Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2383 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
56%
24%
White
19%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School is ranked #2383 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Lane Elementary School?
347 students attend Sycamore Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sycamore Lane Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Lane Elementary School?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sycamore Lane Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sycamore Lane Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School is part of Scotland County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Kamerin has really loved being in Mrs Liles kindergarden classroom.I hope she teaches in Laurinburg a long time.She is looking forward to graduation.
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