Eastern Elementary School serves 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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-1
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastern Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eastern 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
43%
25%
White
28%
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)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Eastern Elementary School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Montessori, Bath Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Eastern Elementary School?
475 students attend Eastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Eastern Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary School?
Eastern Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Eastern Elementary School part of?
Eastern Elementary School is part of Beaufort County Schools School District.
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