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#1373 of 2,648 schools in NC
Brentwood Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
1115 Bingham Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,373 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#25 of 66
public schools
In district
#32 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Brentwood Elementary
Brentwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Brentwood Elementary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,373 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Brentwood Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Brentwood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brentwood Elementary — Students at Brentwood Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Brentwood Elementary Compares
See how Brentwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1115 Bingham Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brentwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J W Coon Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Seventy-First High Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Cliffdale Elementary Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Seventy-First Classical Middle Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BIRDS NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville | 1.5 mi | — |
| Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Montclair Elementary Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| William H Owen Elementary Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Morganton Road Elementary Fayetteville | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,867
Median Home Value
$154,300
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
36,634
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Briarcliff Elementary Cary, NC | 6.2 |
| Butner-Stem Elementary Butner, NC | 6.2 |
| Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls Wendell, NC | 6.2 |
| Charles H Tuttle Elementary Maiden, NC | 6.2 |
| Croft Community School Charlotte, NC | 6.2 |
| Friedberg Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brentwood Elementary
What grades does Brentwood Elementary serve?
Brentwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brentwood Elementary?
Brentwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brentwood Elementary rank in NC?
Brentwood Elementary ranks #1,373 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Brentwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brentwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brentwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brentwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Brentwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brentwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brentwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brentwood Elementary?
99.4% of students at Brentwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (910) 864-5310
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #32 of 84
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