Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mariam Boyd 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariam Boyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mariam Boyd Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Mariam Boyd 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 Mariam Boyd Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#2548 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
73%
24%
White
6%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariam Boyd Elementary School's ranking?
Mariam Boyd Elementary School is ranked #2548 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mariam Boyd Elementary School?
291 students attend Mariam Boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mariam Boyd Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariam Boyd Elementary School?
Mariam Boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mariam Boyd Elementary School offer ?
Mariam Boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mariam Boyd Elementary School part of?
Mariam Boyd Elementary School is part of Warren County Schools.
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