Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tyrrell 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 30-34% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tyrrell Elementary School's student population of 178 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
School Rankings
Tyrrell 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 Tyrrell Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2034 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
31%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyrrell Elementary School's ranking?
Tyrrell Elementary School is ranked #2034 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Tyrrell Elementary School?
178 students attend Tyrrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Tyrrell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyrrell Elementary School?
Tyrrell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tyrrell Elementary School offer ?
Tyrrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tyrrell Elementary School part of?
Tyrrell Elementary School is part of Tyrrell County Schools.
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