Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward Best Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward Best Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Edward Best Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward Best Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Best Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#744 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
24%
25%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Best Elementary School's ranking?
Edward Best Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Edward Best Elementary School often compared to?
Edward Best Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunn Elementary School, Long Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Edward Best Elementary School?
476 students attend Edward Best Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Edward Best Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Best Elementary School?
Edward Best Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edward Best Elementary School offer ?
Edward Best Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edward Best Elementary School part of?
Edward Best Elementary School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
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