Average
#1073 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 41% in state
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
4665 Lakewood Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,073 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#17 of 66
public schools
In district
#22 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary
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About E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,073 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary — Students at E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
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: 6.1/10.
How E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Compares
See how E Melvin Honeycutt 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
4665 Lakewood Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stoney Point Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, New Century International Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Hope Mills | 1.7 mi | — |
| C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack Britt High Fayetteville | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Stoney Point Elementary Fayetteville | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BIRDS NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | — |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Seventy-First High Fayetteville | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Seventy-First Classical Middle Fayetteville | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| New Century International Middle Fayetteville | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| New Century International Elementary Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,175
Median Home Value
$218,900
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
44,098
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary
What grades does E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary serve?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary rank in NC?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary ranks #1,073 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary a charter school?
No, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary a Title I school?
No, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary?
54.3% of students at E Melvin Honeycutt 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
- 827
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (910) 426-2020
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #22 of 84
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