Serving 908 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gallberry Farm Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallberry Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gallberry Farm Elementary School's student population of 908 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gallberry Farm 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 Gallberry Farm Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
27%
25%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallberry Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Gallberry Farm Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gallberry Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Gallberry Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gallberry Farm Elementary School?
908 students attend Gallberry Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gallberry Farm Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gallberry Farm Elementary School?
Gallberry Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gallberry Farm Elementary School offer ?
Gallberry Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallberry Farm Elementary School part of?
Gallberry Farm Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Gallberry Farm Elementary School located?
Gallberry Farm Elementary School is located in the Grays Creek neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in Grays Creek.
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