Serving 145 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy's student population of 145 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Learn...We Lead...We Soar!
School Rankings
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy 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 Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy is 0.15, 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
#2082 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
92%
25%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
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 Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy's ranking?
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy is ranked #2082 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy?
145 students attend Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy?
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy offer ?
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy part of?
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy is part of Halifax County Schools School District.
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