Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastlawn 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 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastlawn Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Student Centered, Future Focused!
School Rankings
Eastlawn 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 Eastlawn Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)26%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
61%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
6%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Eastlawn Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eastlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Eastlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edwin M Holt Elementary School, E M Yoder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Eastlawn Elementary School?
528 students attend Eastlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Eastlawn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastlawn Elementary School?
Eastlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastlawn Elementary School offer ?
Eastlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastlawn Elementary School part of?
Eastlawn Elementary School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.
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