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#1324 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 50% in state
Charles W Mccrary Elementary
Elementary School · Asheboro City Schools
400 Ross St, Asheboro, NC 27203
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,324 of 2,648
In Asheboro
#8 of 16
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Asheboro City Schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles W Mccrary Elementary
Charles W Mccrary Elementary is a public elementary school in Asheboro, NC, part of Asheboro City Schools. Charles W Mccrary Elementary serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles W Mccrary Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,324 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Charles W Mccrary Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Charles W Mccrary Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Charles W Mccrary Elementary — Students at Charles W Mccrary Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 7.0/10.
How Charles W Mccrary Elementary Compares
See how Charles W Mccrary 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
400 Ross St, Asheboro, NC 27203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles W Mccrary Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Virtual Academy at Randolph (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Guy B Teachey Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southmont Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Asheboro, see our Asheboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAYETTEVILLE STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asheboro | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ASHEBORO HYBRID ACADEMY Asheboro | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Donna L Loflin Elementary Asheboro | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lindley Park Elementary Asheboro | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Asheboro High Asheboro | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| South Asheboro Middle Asheboro | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| North Asheboro Middle Asheboro | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Balfour Elementary Asheboro | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| The Virtual Academy at Randolph Asheboro | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Guy B Teachey Elementary Asheboro | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Randolph Early College High School Asheboro | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Southmont Elementary School Asheboro | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Uwharrie Charter Academy Asheboro | 5.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Randleman Elementary School Randleman | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BAILEY'S GROVE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheboro | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Southwestern Randolph High School Asheboro | 6.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Southwestern Randolph Middle School Asheboro | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sophia | 7.2 mi | — |
| Randleman Middle School Randleman | 7.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Randleman High School Randleman | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,506
Median Home Value
$141,100
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
22,641
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brevard Academy Pisgah Forest, NC | 6.3 |
| Claxton Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.3 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville, NC | 6.3 |
| Cyrus P Frazier Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.3 |
| East Franklin Elementary Franklin, NC | 6.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Shelby, NC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles W Mccrary Elementary
What grades does Charles W Mccrary Elementary serve?
Charles W Mccrary Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Charles W Mccrary Elementary?
Charles W Mccrary Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles W Mccrary Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles W Mccrary Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles W Mccrary Elementary rank in NC?
Charles W Mccrary Elementary ranks #1,324 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Charles W Mccrary Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles W Mccrary Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Charles W Mccrary Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles W Mccrary Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Charles W Mccrary Elementary a charter school?
No, Charles W Mccrary Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles W Mccrary Elementary a Title I school?
No, Charles W Mccrary Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles W Mccrary Elementary?
99.1% of students at Charles W Mccrary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (336) 629-1817
Resources & Links
District
Asheboro City Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,363
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,003
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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