Serving 827 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School's student population of 827 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
E Melvin Honeycutt 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 E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#739 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
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 E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School's ranking?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is ranked #739 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School often compared to?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoney Point Elementary School, E E Miller Elementary School, Alpha Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School?
827 students attend E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School offer ?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School part of?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School located?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary School is located in the Jack Britt neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 6 other public schools located in Jack Britt.
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