Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard L Hall 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 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 70% 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: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard L Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Howard L Hall Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard L Hall 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 Howard L Hall Elementary School 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
#1040 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
36%
24%
White
30%
42%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard L Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Howard L Hall Elementary School is ranked #1040 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Howard L Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Howard L Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Howard L Hall Elementary School?
539 students attend Howard L Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Howard L Hall Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard L Hall Elementary School?
Howard L Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Howard L Hall Elementary School offer ?
Howard L Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard L Hall Elementary School part of?
Howard L Hall Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Howard L Hall Elementary School located?
Howard L Hall Elementary School is located in the Pine Forest neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Forest.
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