Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vinson-bynum Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinson-bynum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vinson-bynum Elementary School's student population of 458 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Success for Every Student'
School Rankings
Vinson-bynum Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vinson-bynum Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1246 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
64%
24%
White
14%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinson-bynum Elementary School's ranking?
Vinson-bynum Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Vinson-bynum Elementary School often compared to?
Vinson-bynum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sallie B Howard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Vinson-bynum Elementary School?
458 students attend Vinson-bynum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Vinson-bynum Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vinson-bynum Elementary School?
Vinson-bynum Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vinson-bynum Elementary School offer ?
Vinson-bynum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vinson-bynum Elementary School part of?
Vinson-bynum Elementary School is part of Wilson County Schools.
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