Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Upchurch 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upchurch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Upchurch Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upchurch 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 Upchurch Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1585 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
43%
24%
White
14%
42%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upchurch Elementary School's ranking?
Upchurch Elementary School is ranked #1585 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Upchurch Elementary School often compared to?
Upchurch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Don D Steed Elementary School, Rockfish Hoke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Upchurch Elementary School?
646 students attend Upchurch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Upchurch Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upchurch Elementary School?
Upchurch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Upchurch Elementary School offer ?
Upchurch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Upchurch Elementary School part of?
Upchurch Elementary School is part of Hoke County Schools.
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