Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Trent Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trent Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Trent Park Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Trent Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trent Park Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#1014 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
27%
25%
White
21%
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
95%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
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 Trent Park Elementary School's ranking?
Trent Park Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Trent Park Elementary School often compared to?
Trent Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School, Ben D Quinn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Trent Park Elementary School?
360 students attend Trent Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Trent Park Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trent Park Elementary School?
Trent Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trent Park Elementary School offer ?
Trent Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trent Park Elementary School part of?
Trent Park Elementary School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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