Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-5, G R Edwards 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 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
G R Edwards Elementary School's student population of 632 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
G R Edwards 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 G R Edwards Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#2323 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)26%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
80%
24%
White
5%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G R Edwards Elementary School's ranking?
G R Edwards Elementary School is ranked #2323 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are G R Edwards Elementary School often compared to?
G R Edwards Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Mount Middle School, Nash Central Middle School, Rocky Mount Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend G R Edwards Elementary School?
632 students attend G R Edwards Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of G R Edwards Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G R Edwards Elementary School?
G R Edwards Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does G R Edwards Elementary School offer ?
G R Edwards Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G R Edwards Elementary School part of?
G R Edwards Elementary School is part of Nash County School District.
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