Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J C Sawyer 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J C Sawyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J C Sawyer Elementary School's student population of 400 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J C Sawyer 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 J C Sawyer Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2371 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
48%
24%
White
26%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J C Sawyer Elementary School's ranking?
J C Sawyer Elementary School is ranked #2371 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J C Sawyer Elementary School often compared to?
J C Sawyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weeksville Elementary School, P W Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J C Sawyer Elementary School?
400 students attend J C Sawyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of J C Sawyer Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J C Sawyer Elementary School?
J C Sawyer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J C Sawyer Elementary School offer ?
J C Sawyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J C Sawyer Elementary School part of?
J C Sawyer Elementary School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School District.
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