Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ben D Quinn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben D Quinn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ben D Quinn Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ben D Quinn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben D Quinn Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben D Quinn Elementary School's ranking?
Ben D Quinn Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ben D Quinn Elementary School often compared to?
Ben D Quinn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert H Bangert Elementary School, Bridgeton Elementary School, Brinson Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ben D Quinn Elementary School?
347 students attend Ben D Quinn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ben D Quinn Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben D Quinn Elementary School?
Ben D Quinn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben D Quinn Elementary School offer ?
Ben D Quinn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben D Quinn Elementary School part of?
Ben D Quinn Elementary School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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