Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J W Coon 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Coon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
J W Coon Elementary School's student population of 207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Rankings
J W Coon 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 J W Coon Elementary School is 0.69, which is less 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
49%
25%
White
16%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
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 J W Coon Elementary School's ranking?
J W Coon Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J W Coon Elementary School often compared to?
J W Coon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Park Elementary School, Mary Mcarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J W Coon Elementary School?
207 students attend J W Coon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of J W Coon Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Coon Elementary School?
J W Coon Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J W Coon Elementary School offer ?
J W Coon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J W Coon Elementary School part of?
J W Coon Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is J W Coon Elementary School located?
J W Coon Elementary School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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