Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Pine Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Pine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Pine Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Pine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Pine Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#758 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
61%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Pine Elementary School's ranking?
West Pine Elementary School is ranked #758 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Pine Elementary School often compared to?
West Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinehurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Pine Elementary School?
413 students attend West Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Pine Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Pine Elementary School?
West Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Pine Elementary School offer ?
West Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Pine Elementary School part of?
West Pine Elementary School is part of Moore County Schools School District.
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