Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Townsend 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 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Townsend Middle serves the west part of Maxton, NC, covering an area of approximately 48.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.9 miles and the furthest point located 10.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Townsend Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One Team, One Goal
School Rankings
Townsend 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 Townsend Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#2575 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)12%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
30%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
56%
24%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Townsend Elementary School's ranking?
Townsend Elementary School is ranked #2575 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Townsend Elementary School?
280 students attend Townsend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Townsend Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Townsend Elementary School?
Townsend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Townsend Elementary School offer ?
Townsend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Townsend Elementary School part of?
Townsend Elementary School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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