Serving 384 students in grades 2-3, West Greene 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Greene Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Greene Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Greene 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 West Greene 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
#2143 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
38%
21%
Black
34%
25%
White
24%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Greene Elementary School's ranking?
West Greene Elementary School is ranked #2143 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Greene Elementary School often compared to?
West Greene Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Hill Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Greene Elementary School?
384 students attend West Greene Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West Greene Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Greene Elementary School?
West Greene Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Greene Elementary School offer ?
West Greene Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is West Greene Elementary School part of?
West Greene Elementary School is part of Greene County Schools School District.
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