Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Glenn Edwards 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Rankings
J Glenn Edwards 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 J Glenn Edwards Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
46%
21%
Black
17%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 J Glenn Edwards Elementary School's ranking?
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J Glenn Edwards Elementary School often compared to?
J Glenn Edwards Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J Glenn Edwards Elementary School?
519 students attend J Glenn Edwards Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J Glenn Edwards Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Glenn Edwards Elementary School?
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J Glenn Edwards Elementary School offer ?
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Glenn Edwards Elementary School part of?
J Glenn Edwards Elementary School is part of Lee County Schools School District.
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