Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William H Owen 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 92% 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: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William H Owen Elementary serves the west part of Fayetteville, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
William H Owen Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William H Owen 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 William H Owen Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1861 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
64%
24%
White
8%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H Owen Elementary School's ranking?
William H Owen Elementary School is ranked #1861 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are William H Owen Elementary School often compared to?
William H Owen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E E Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend William H Owen Elementary School?
393 students attend William H Owen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of William H Owen Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H Owen Elementary School?
William H Owen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does William H Owen Elementary School offer ?
William H Owen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H Owen Elementary School part of?
William H Owen Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is William H Owen Elementary School located?
William H Owen Elementary School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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