Needs Improvement
#2389 of 2,648 schools in NC
Love Memorial Elementary
Elementary School · Lincoln County Schools
1463 Love Memorial Sch Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,389 of 2,648
In Lincolnton
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#21 of 21
Lincoln County Schools
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Love Memorial Elementary
Elementary School in Lincolnton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Love Memorial Elementary
Love Memorial Elementary is a public elementary school in Lincolnton, NC, part of Lincoln County Schools. Love Memorial Elementary serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Love Memorial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,389 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Love Memorial Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Love Memorial 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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Love Memorial Elementary — Students at Love Memorial Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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: 2.0/10.
How Love Memorial Elementary Compares
See how Love Memorial 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
1463 Love Memorial Sch Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Love Memorial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Vale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Iron Station Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Iron Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherryville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Cherryville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincolnton, see our Lincolnton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Battleground Elementary Lincolnton | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| S Ray Lowder Elementary Lincolnton | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincolnton High Lincolnton | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GE Massey Elementary Lincolnton | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Childers Elementary Lincolnton | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincolnton Middle Lincolnton | 5.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Asbury Academy Lincolnton | 4.3 mi | — |
| COMBINE ACADEMY Lincolnton | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Iron Station Elementary Iron Station | 6.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Union Elementary Vale | 7.0 mi | 8.2 |
| West Lincoln Middle Lincolnton | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Tryon Elementary Bessemer City | 8.0 mi | 4.8 |
| West Lincoln High Lincolnton | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Cherryville Elementary Cherryville | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cherryville High Cherryville | 7.2 mi | 7.5 |
| W B Beam Intermediate School Cherryville | 7.4 mi | 5.1 |
| John Chavis Middle School Cherryville | 7.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Costner Elementary Dallas | 8.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Maiden High Maiden | 9.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Maiden Middle School Maiden | 9.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,625
Median Home Value
$220,700
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
40,224
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Hill Elementary Morganton, NC | 3.9 |
| Townsend Elementary Maxton, NC | 3.9 |
| Crosscreek Charter School Louisburg, NC | 4.0 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lenoir, NC | 4.0 |
| J T Barber Elementary New Bern, NC | 3.8 |
| John W Dillard Academy Madison, NC | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Love Memorial Elementary
What grades does Love Memorial Elementary serve?
Love Memorial Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Love Memorial Elementary?
Love Memorial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Love Memorial Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Love Memorial Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Love Memorial Elementary rank in NC?
Love Memorial Elementary ranks #2,389 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Love Memorial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Love Memorial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Love Memorial Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Love Memorial Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Love Memorial Elementary a charter school?
No, Love Memorial Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Love Memorial Elementary a Title I school?
No, Love Memorial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Love Memorial Elementary?
99.0% of students at Love Memorial 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (704) 735-5649
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln County Schools- District Enrollment
- 11,642
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,722
- District Rank
- #21 of 21
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