Serving 357 students in grades 3-5, Sycamore Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 79% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sycamore Lane Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sycamore Lane Elementary School 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 Sycamore Lane Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2383 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
54%
25%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
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)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School is ranked #2383 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Lane Elementary School?
357 students attend Sycamore Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sycamore Lane Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sycamore Lane Elementary School?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sycamore Lane Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sycamore Lane Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Lane Elementary School is part of Scotland County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
Kamerin has really loved being in Mrs Liles kindergarden classroom.I hope she teaches in Laurinburg a long time.She is looking forward to graduation.
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