Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Peachland-polkton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peachland-polkton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peachland-polkton Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peachland-polkton 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 Peachland-polkton Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#665 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
35%
25%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachland-polkton Elementary School's ranking?
Peachland-polkton Elementary School is ranked #665 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Peachland-polkton Elementary School often compared to?
Peachland-polkton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ansonville 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Peachland-polkton Elementary School?
464 students attend Peachland-polkton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Peachland-polkton Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peachland-polkton Elementary School?
Peachland-polkton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peachland-polkton Elementary School offer ?
Peachland-polkton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Peachland-polkton Elementary School part of?
Peachland-polkton Elementary School is part of Anson County Schools School District.
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