Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Bertie 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Bertie Elementary serves the western part of Kelford, NC, covering an area of approximately 194.2 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 7.1 miles, reaching up to 15.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Bertie Elementary School's student population of 277 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Bertie 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 West Bertie Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1895 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
87%
24%
White
5%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bertie Elementary School's ranking?
West Bertie Elementary School is ranked #1895 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Bertie Elementary School often compared to?
West Bertie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colerain Elementary School, Windsor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Bertie Elementary School?
277 students attend West Bertie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Bertie Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bertie Elementary School?
West Bertie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Bertie Elementary School offer ?
West Bertie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bertie Elementary School part of?
West Bertie Elementary School is part of Bertie County Schools.
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