Very Good
#753 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 28% in state
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary
Elementary School · Columbus County Schools
1337 Giles Byrd Road, Hallsboro, NC 28442
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#753 of 2,648
In district
#4 of 11
Columbus County Schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Hallsboro-artesia Elementary
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About Hallsboro-artesia Elementary
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary is a public elementary school in Hallsboro, NC, part of Columbus County Schools. Hallsboro-artesia Elementary serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hallsboro-artesia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Hallsboro-artesia Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Hallsboro-artesia Elementary — Students at Hallsboro-artesia Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above 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 38 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: 8.5/10.
How Hallsboro-artesia Elementary Compares
See how Hallsboro-artesia 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
1337 Giles Byrd Road, Hallsboro, NC 28442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hallsboro-artesia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Dock Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Whiteville Primary (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Emereau: Bladen (rated 7.6/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Elizabethtown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hallsboro, see our Hallsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Academy Lake Waccamaw | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| East Columbus Junior-Senior High Lake Waccamaw | 4.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Edgewood Elementary Whiteville | 6.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Whiteville High Whiteville | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Middle Whiteville | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| North Whiteville Academy Whiteville | 7.6 mi | — |
| Whiteville Primary Whiteville | 7.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Old Dock Elementary Whiteville | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CAROLINA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Whiteville | 8.8 mi | — |
| Clarkton School of Discovery Clarkton | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Columbus Career and College Academy Whiteville | 11.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Williams Township Whiteville | 12.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville | 12.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Nakina Middle Nakina | 14.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Chadbourn Elementary Chadbourn | 13.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Waccamaw Ash | 17.4 mi | 6.7 |
| East Arcadia Elementary Riegelwood | 15.5 mi | 4.1 |
| East Bladen High Elizabethtown | 18.7 mi | 8.8 |
| South Columbus High Tabor City | 16.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Emereau: Bladen Elizabethtown | 20.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,141
Median Home Value
$109,300
Population
1,134
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
96%
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
53
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 7.4 |
| CHARLOTTE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 7.4 |
| Denton Elementary Denton, NC | 7.4 |
| Grays Chapel Elementary School Franklinville, NC | 7.4 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham, NC | 7.4 |
| Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg, NC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hallsboro-artesia Elementary
What grades does Hallsboro-artesia Elementary serve?
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hallsboro-artesia Elementary?
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hallsboro-artesia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hallsboro-artesia Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hallsboro-artesia Elementary rank in NC?
Hallsboro-artesia Elementary ranks #753 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Hallsboro-artesia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hallsboro-artesia 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 Hallsboro-artesia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hallsboro-artesia Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hallsboro-artesia Elementary a charter school?
No, Hallsboro-artesia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hallsboro-artesia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hallsboro-artesia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hallsboro-artesia Elementary?
99.2% of students at Hallsboro-artesia 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Columbus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (910) 646-3510
Resources & Links
District
Columbus County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,360
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,006
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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