Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plain View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plain View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plain View Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plain View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plain View Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#789 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plain View Elementary School's ranking?
Plain View Elementary School is ranked #789 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Plain View Elementary School often compared to?
Plain View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Plain View Elementary School?
371 students attend Plain View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Plain View Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plain View Elementary School?
Plain View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plain View Elementary School offer ?
Plain View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Plain View Elementary School part of?
Plain View Elementary School is part of Sampson County Schools School District.
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