Serving 494 students in grades 4-5, L Gilbert Carroll 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 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L Gilbert Carroll ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
L Gilbert Carroll's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
L Gilbert Carroll 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 L Gilbert Carroll is 0.74, which is more 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
#2438 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
41%
24%
White
11%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L Gilbert Carroll's ranking?
L Gilbert Carroll is ranked #2438 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend L Gilbert Carroll?
494 students attend L Gilbert Carroll.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of L Gilbert Carroll students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L Gilbert Carroll?
L Gilbert Carroll has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does L Gilbert Carroll offer ?
L Gilbert Carroll offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L Gilbert Carroll part of?
L Gilbert Carroll is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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