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Very Good

#738 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 28% in state

Eastern Elementary

Elementary School · Pitt County Schools

1700 Cedar Ln, Greenville, NC 27858

Enrollment

792

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#738 of 2,648

In Greenville

#8 of 22

public schools

In district

#12 of 38

Pitt County Schools

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Eastern Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Greenville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Eastern Elementary

Eastern Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. Eastern Elementary serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #738 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Eastern Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.6% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,253
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Eastern Elementary — Students at Eastern Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 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
74%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
56.8%
ELA
52.1%
2025
Math
59.5%
ELA
47.9%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Eastern Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in NC
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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

1700 Cedar Ln, Greenville, NC 27858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eastern Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ECU Community School (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wintergreen Intermediate (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winterville Charter Academy (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Winterville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 0.7 mi 5.6
Wahl Coates Elementary Greenville 0.8 mi 5.0
E B Aycock Middle Greenville 0.9 mi 5.4
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC H S Greenville 1.2 mi 7.9
C M Eppes Middle Greenville 1.0 mi 5.1
Vidant Health Greenville 1.0 mi
Elmhurst Elementary Greenville 1.1 mi 5.5
Innovation Early College High Greenville 1.2 mi 6.1
THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville 1.4 mi 5.4
WALTON ACADEMY Greenville 1.9 mi 6.4
Junius H Rose High Greenville 2.3 mi 6.6
THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville 2.5 mi 5.7
South Greenville Elementary Greenville 2.3 mi 6.4
ECU Community School Greenville 2.3 mi 9.5
Sadie Saulter Greenville 2.5 mi 4.7
Winterville Charter Academy Winterville 3.3 mi 7.3
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 3.2 mi
Wintergreen Primary Greenville 3.5 mi 7.1
Wintergreen Intermediate Greenville 3.6 mi 8.8
D H Conley High Greenville 4.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,915

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

56,258

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

43.7%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

21.5%

Median Age

26.4

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bethware Elementary Kings Mountain, NC 7.4
Carolina Charter Academy Angier, NC 7.4
Classical Charter Schools of Southport Bolivia, NC 7.4
Dixon Elementary Holly Ridge, NC 7.4
IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham, NC 7.4
John Van Lindley Elementary Greensboro, NC 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eastern Elementary

What grades does Eastern Elementary serve?

Eastern Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Eastern Elementary?

Eastern Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastern Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Eastern Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eastern Elementary rank in NC?

Eastern Elementary ranks #738 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Eastern Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Eastern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Eastern Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastern Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eastern Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Eastern Elementary a Title I school?

No, Eastern Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

99.6% of students at Eastern 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Pitt County Schools
District Enrollment
24,327
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,253
District Rank
#12 of 38

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