Serving 134 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy's student population of 134 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy 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 Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy is 0.26, 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
#2491 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
86%
25%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
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 Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy's ranking?
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy is ranked #2491 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy often compared to?
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Inborden Elementary S.t.e.a.m. Academy, Belmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy?
134 students attend Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy?
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy offer ?
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy part of?
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Academy is part of Halifax County Schools School District.
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