Stedman Primary serves 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stedman Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Stedman Primary's student population of 160 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stedman Primary is 0.50, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
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
How many students attend Stedman Primary?
160 students attend Stedman Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stedman Primary students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stedman Primary?
Stedman Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stedman Primary offer ?
Stedman Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stedman Primary part of?
Stedman Primary is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Stedman Primary located?
Stedman Primary is located in the Cape Fear neighborhood of Stedman, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Cape Fear.
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