Bruce H. Tharrington Primary serves 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary's student population of 406 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary is 0.59, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
54%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bruce H. Tharrington Primary often compared to?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Flat Rock Elementary School, Millennium Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bruce H. Tharrington Primary?
406 students attend Bruce H. Tharrington Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruce H. Tharrington Primary?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bruce H. Tharrington Primary offer ?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Bruce H. Tharrington Primary part of?
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary is part of Mount Airy City Schools School District.
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