Serving 215 students in grades 4-6, Wadesboro 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 6-9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wadesboro Elementary serves the southern part of Wadesboro, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 56.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wadesboro Elementary School's student population of 215 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Wadesboro 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 Wadesboro Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#2577 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6-9%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
73%
24%
White
13%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wadesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Wadesboro Elementary School is ranked #2577 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wadesboro Elementary School?
215 students attend Wadesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wadesboro Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wadesboro Elementary School?
Wadesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wadesboro Elementary School offer ?
Wadesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wadesboro Elementary School part of?
Wadesboro Elementary School is part of Anson County Schools.
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