Serving 172 students in grades 3-5, Ashley 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ashley Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ashley 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 Ashley Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1882 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
9%
4%

Hispanic
10%
21%

Black
46%
25%

White
26%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%

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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley Elementary School's ranking?
Ashley Elementary School is ranked #1882 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ashley Elementary School?
172 students attend Ashley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ashley Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashley Elementary School?
Ashley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ashley Elementary School offer ?
Ashley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley Elementary School part of?
Ashley Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashley Elementary School located?
Ashley Elementary School is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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