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Elmhurst Elementary

Elementary School · Pitt County Schools

1815 W Berkley Rd, Greenville, NC 27858

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,740 of 2,648

In Greenville

#16 of 22

public schools

In district

#28 of 38

Pitt County Schools

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Elmhurst Elementary

5.5/10

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

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About Elmhurst Elementary

Elmhurst Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. Elmhurst Elementary serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmhurst Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,740 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Elmhurst Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.4% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,253
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Elmhurst Elementary — Students at Elmhurst Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.3%
ELA
46.1%
2025
Math
56.6%
ELA
50.9%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Elmhurst Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NC
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

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

1815 W Berkley Rd, Greenville, NC 27858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmhurst Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ECU Community School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wintergreen Intermediate (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eastern Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
C M Eppes Middle Greenville 0.3 mi 5.1
Vidant Health Greenville 0.3 mi
Innovation Early College High Greenville 0.6 mi 6.1
E B Aycock Middle Greenville 0.8 mi 5.4
THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville 1.0 mi 5.4
Wahl Coates Elementary Greenville 1.0 mi 5.0
Eastern Elementary Greenville 1.1 mi 7.4
Junius H Rose High Greenville 1.2 mi 6.6
South Greenville Elementary Greenville 1.2 mi 6.4
ECU Community School Greenville 1.2 mi 9.5
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.3 mi 5.6
WALTON ACADEMY Greenville 1.6 mi 6.4
THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville 1.7 mi 5.7
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC H S Greenville 1.6 mi 7.9
Sadie Saulter Greenville 1.6 mi 4.7
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 2.8 mi
Winterville Charter Academy Winterville 3.0 mi 7.3
Wintergreen Primary Greenville 3.4 mi 7.1
Wintergreen Intermediate Greenville 3.6 mi 8.8
Lakeforest Elementary Greenville 3.3 mi 7.3

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmhurst Elementary

What grades does Elmhurst Elementary serve?

Elmhurst Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elmhurst Elementary?

Elmhurst Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmhurst Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmhurst Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elmhurst Elementary rank in NC?

Elmhurst Elementary ranks #1,740 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Elmhurst Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmhurst Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elmhurst Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmhurst Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elmhurst Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Elmhurst Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

97.7% of students at Elmhurst 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

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

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