Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Plain View Primary ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plain View Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Plain View Primary's student population of 183 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plain View Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plain View Primary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1369 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
37%
25%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plain View Primary's ranking?
Plain View Primary is ranked #1369 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Plain View Primary?
183 students attend Plain View Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Plain View Primary students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plain View Primary?
Plain View Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plain View Primary offer ?
Plain View Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Plain View Primary part of?
Plain View Primary is part of Bladen County Schools School District.
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