Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin J Martin 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% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin J Martin 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 Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2032 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
61%
25%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is ranked #2032 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% 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 Benjamin J Martin Elementary School?
537 students attend Benjamin J Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Benjamin J Martin Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin J Martin Elementary School?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benjamin J Martin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School located?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in Westover.
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