Needs Improvement
#2547 of 2,648 schools in NC
Ferguson-easley Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
1857 Seabrook Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,547 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#65 of 66
public schools
In district
#83 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Ferguson-easley Elementary
Ferguson-easley Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Ferguson-easley Elementary serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferguson-easley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,547 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Ferguson-easley Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Ferguson-easley Elementary 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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Ferguson-easley Elementary — Students at Ferguson-easley Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
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
↓ 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: 2.4/10.
How Ferguson-easley Elementary Compares
See how Ferguson-easley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1857 Seabrook Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ferguson-easley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cumberland Academy K-5 Virtual School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alma O Easom Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,955
Median Home Value
$109,900
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
16,221
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ferguson-easley Elementary
What grades does Ferguson-easley Elementary serve?
Ferguson-easley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ferguson-easley Elementary?
Ferguson-easley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferguson-easley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ferguson-easley Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ferguson-easley Elementary rank in NC?
Ferguson-easley Elementary ranks #2,547 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Ferguson-easley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ferguson-easley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Ferguson-easley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferguson-easley Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ferguson-easley Elementary a charter school?
No, Ferguson-easley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ferguson-easley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ferguson-easley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferguson-easley Elementary?
99.2% of students at Ferguson-easley 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (910) 483-4883
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #83 of 84
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