Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bath Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bath Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bath Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Bath Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bath Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#655 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
85%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bath Elementary School's ranking?
Bath Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bath Elementary School often compared to?
Bath Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bath Elementary School?
511 students attend Bath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bath Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bath Elementary School?
Bath Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bath Elementary School offer ?
Bath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bath Elementary School part of?
Bath Elementary School is part of Beaufort County Schools.
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