Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
East Bend Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
223 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Bend Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#814 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
4%

Hispanic
22%
21%

Black
1%
25%

White
74%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%

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 is East Bend Elementary School's ranking?
East Bend Elementary School is ranked #814 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Bend Elementary School often compared to?
East Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Bend Elementary School?
223 students attend East Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Bend Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Bend Elementary School?
East Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Bend Elementary School offer ?
East Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Bend Elementary School part of?
East Bend Elementary School is part of Yadkin County Schools School District.
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