Serving 372 students in grades 3-5, Sam D Bundy 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 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam D Bundy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sam D Bundy Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Sam D Bundy 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 Sam D Bundy Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1827 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
47%
25%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
4%
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 Sam D Bundy Elementary School's ranking?
Sam D Bundy Elementary School is ranked #1827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sam D Bundy Elementary School often compared to?
Sam D Bundy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H B Sugg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sam D Bundy Elementary School?
372 students attend Sam D Bundy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sam D Bundy Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam D Bundy Elementary School?
Sam D Bundy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sam D Bundy Elementary School offer ?
Sam D Bundy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sam D Bundy Elementary School part of?
Sam D Bundy Elementary School is part of Pitt County Schools School District.
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