Serving 382 students in grades 2-3, John C Tayloe 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John C Tayloe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
John C Tayloe Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
John C Tayloe 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 John C Tayloe Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1876 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
43%
24%
White
26%
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
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John C Tayloe Elementary School's ranking?
John C Tayloe Elementary School is ranked #1876 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are John C Tayloe Elementary School often compared to?
John C Tayloe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Small Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend John C Tayloe Elementary School?
382 students attend John C Tayloe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of John C Tayloe Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John C Tayloe Elementary School?
John C Tayloe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does John C Tayloe Elementary School offer ?
John C Tayloe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John C Tayloe Elementary School part of?
John C Tayloe Elementary School is part of Beaufort County Schools.
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