Southside Ashpole Elementary School serves 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southside Ashpole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Southside Ashpole Elementary School's student population of 206 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southside Ashpole Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
45%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
4%
42%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southside Ashpole Elementary School?
206 students attend Southside Ashpole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Southside Ashpole Elementary School students are American Indian, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Ashpole Elementary School?
Southside Ashpole Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southside Ashpole Elementary School offer ?
Southside Ashpole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Ashpole Elementary School part of?
Southside Ashpole Elementary School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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