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Ceasar Cone Elementary

Elementary School · Guilford County Schools

2501 North Church Street, Greensboro, NC 27405

Enrollment

422

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,502 of 2,648

In Greensboro

#48 of 80

public schools

In district

#68 of 121

Guilford County Schools

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Ceasar Cone Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Greensboro · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ceasar Cone Elementary

Ceasar Cone Elementary is a public elementary school in Greensboro, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Ceasar Cone Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ceasar Cone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,502 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Ceasar Cone Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Ceasar Cone 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.2% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,897
Chronic Absenteeism51.7%

Ceasar Cone Elementary — Students at Ceasar Cone Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
15.4%
2025
Math
43.5%
ELA
42.2%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Ceasar Cone Elementary Compares

See how Ceasar Cone Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NC
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2501 North Church Street, Greensboro, NC 27405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ceasar Cone Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brooks Global Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irving Park Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Experiential School of Greensboro (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Page High Greensboro 0.2 mi 7.1
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro 0.4 mi 5.7
LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro 0.7 mi 8.4
SCALE School Greensboro 1.1 mi
Mendenhall Middle Greensboro 1.0 mi 3.8
Rankin Elementary Greensboro 1.3 mi 5.0
Swann Middle School Greensboro 1.6 mi 3.6
STEM Early College @ NC A&T SU Greensboro 2.1 mi 7.8
A&T Four Middle College Greensboro 2.2 mi 8.3
Irving Park Elementary Greensboro 1.9 mi 7.3
Piedmont Classical High School Browns Summit 2.3 mi 7.3
Aggie Academy Greensboro 2.0 mi 6.9
James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro 2.0 mi 6.0
The Experiential School of Greensboro Greensboro 2.6 mi 7.2
Brooks Global Elementary Greensboro 2.3 mi 7.9
IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL Greensboro 2.6 mi 7.4
Washington Elementary Greensboro 2.8 mi 4.0
Philip J Weaver Ed Center Greensboro 2.8 mi 9.3
GC Middle College High Greensboro 2.7 mi 9.5
Grimsley High Greensboro 2.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,498

Median Home Value

$150,600

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Population

52,525

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

25.5%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ceasar Cone Elementary

What grades does Ceasar Cone Elementary serve?

Ceasar Cone Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ceasar Cone Elementary?

Ceasar Cone Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ceasar Cone Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ceasar Cone Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ceasar Cone Elementary rank in NC?

Ceasar Cone Elementary ranks #1,502 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Ceasar Cone Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ceasar Cone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ceasar Cone Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ceasar Cone Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ceasar Cone Elementary a charter school?

No, Ceasar Cone Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ceasar Cone Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ceasar Cone Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ceasar Cone Elementary?

99.3% of students at Ceasar Cone 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Guilford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.7%

District

Guilford County Schools
District Enrollment
67,832
Schools in District
124
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,897
District Rank
#68 of 121

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