Needs Improvement
#2400 of 2,648 schools in NC
Lucile Souders Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
128 Hillview Avenue, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,400 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#59 of 66
public schools
In district
#76 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Lucile Souders Elementary
Lucile Souders Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Lucile Souders Elementary serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucile Souders Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,400 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lucile Souders Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Lucile Souders 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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Lucile Souders Elementary — Students at Lucile Souders Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
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: 3.4/10.
How Lucile Souders Elementary Compares
See how Lucile Souders 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
128 Hillview Avenue, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucile Souders Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cumberland Academy K-5 Virtual School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alma O Easom Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 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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| Hillandale Elementary Durham, NC | 3.8 |
| J T Barber Elementary New Bern, NC | 3.8 |
| John W Dillard Academy Madison, NC | 3.8 |
| Liberty Drive Elementary Thomasville, NC | 3.8 |
| Long Creek Elementary Huntersville, NC | 3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucile Souders Elementary
What grades does Lucile Souders Elementary serve?
Lucile Souders Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lucile Souders Elementary?
Lucile Souders Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucile Souders Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucile Souders Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucile Souders Elementary rank in NC?
Lucile Souders Elementary ranks #2,400 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lucile Souders Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucile Souders Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lucile Souders Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucile Souders Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lucile Souders Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucile Souders Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucile Souders Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucile Souders Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucile Souders Elementary?
98.0% of students at Lucile Souders 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
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.6%
- Phone
- (910) 488-6705
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #76 of 84
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