Below Average
#2070 of 2,648 schools in NC
Elizabethtown Primary
Elementary School · Bladen County Schools
PO Box 2649, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,070 of 2,648
In Elizabethtown
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Bladen County Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Elizabethtown Primary
Elementary School in Elizabethtown · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elizabethtown Middle
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About Elizabethtown Primary
Elizabethtown Primary is a public elementary school in Elizabethtown, NC, part of Bladen County Schools. Elizabethtown Primary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabethtown Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Elizabethtown Primary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Elizabethtown Primary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Elizabethtown Primary 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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Elizabethtown Primary — Students at Elizabethtown Primary score 36% 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 34 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.7/10.
How Elizabethtown Primary Compares
See how Elizabethtown Primary 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
PO Box 2649, Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elizabethtown Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaver Dam Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Roseboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southeastern Academy (rated 8.4/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Lumberton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whiteville Primary (rated 7.7/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown Middle Elizabethtown | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy Elizabethtown | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ELIZABETHTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elizabethtown | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Emereau: Bladen Elizabethtown | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| East Bladen High Elizabethtown | 5.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Bladen Lakes Primary Elizabethtown | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Dublin Primary Dublin | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bladen Early College Dublin | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Clarkton School of Discovery Clarkton | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| West Bladen High Bladenboro | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Bladenboro Primary Bladenboro | 12.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bladenboro Middle Bladenboro | 12.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Tar Heel School Tar Heel | 13.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Southeastern Academy Lumberton | 15.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Beaver Dam Elementary Roseboro | 18.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville | 17.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Whiteville Primary Whiteville | 20.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MINTZ CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseboro | 20.3 mi | 6.2 |
| East Columbus Junior-Senior High Lake Waccamaw | 20.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Edgewood Elementary Whiteville | 20.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,224
Median Home Value
$179,600
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
8,747
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Angier Elementary Angier, NC | 4.8 |
| Ashley Park PreK-8 School Charlotte, NC | 4.8 |
| Charles England Elementary School Lexington, NC | 4.8 |
| East Clayton Elementary Clayton, NC | 4.8 |
| Hickory Grove Elementary Charlotte, NC | 4.8 |
| Hunter Elementary Greensboro, NC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elizabethtown Primary
What grades does Elizabethtown Primary serve?
Elizabethtown Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Elizabethtown Primary?
Elizabethtown Primary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabethtown Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elizabethtown Primary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elizabethtown Primary rank in NC?
Elizabethtown Primary ranks #2,070 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Elizabethtown Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elizabethtown Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Elizabethtown Primary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elizabethtown Primary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elizabethtown Primary a charter school?
No, Elizabethtown Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elizabethtown Primary a Title I school?
No, Elizabethtown Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elizabethtown Primary?
99.4% of students at Elizabethtown Primary 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Bladen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (910) 862-3380
Resources & Links
District
Bladen County Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,843
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,306
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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