Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, District No 7 Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
District No 7 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
District No 7 Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Expect The Best!
School Rankings
District No 7 Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of District No 7 Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
64%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is District No 7 Elementary School's ranking?
District No 7 Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are District No 7 Elementary School often compared to?
District No 7 Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastover-central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend District No 7 Elementary School?
211 students attend District No 7 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of District No 7 Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of District No 7 Elementary School?
District No 7 Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does District No 7 Elementary School offer ?
District No 7 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is District No 7 Elementary School part of?
District No 7 Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is District No 7 Elementary School located?
District No 7 Elementary School is located in the Cape Fear neighborhood of Wade, NC.
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