Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Deep Branch 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 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deep Branch Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Deep Branch 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 Deep Branch Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#2370 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
77%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
3%
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 (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Deep Branch Elementary School is ranked #2370 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Deep Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Deep Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Robeson Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Deep Branch Elementary School?
364 students attend Deep Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Deep Branch Elementary School students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Branch Elementary School?
Deep Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deep Branch Elementary School offer ?
Deep Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deep Branch Elementary School part of?
Deep Branch Elementary School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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