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#1275 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 48% in state
Morven Elementary
Elementary School · Anson County Schools
6715 Hwy 52 S, Morven, NC 28119
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,275 of 2,648
In district
#5 of 9
Anson County Schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Morven Elementary
Morven Elementary is a public elementary school in Morven, NC, part of Anson County Schools. Morven Elementary serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,275 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Morven Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Morven Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Morven Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Morven 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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Morven Elementary — Students at Morven Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
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: 7.2/10.
How Morven Elementary Compares
See how Morven Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6715 Hwy 52 S, Morven, NC 28119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lilesville Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Lilesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edwards Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cheraw Primary (rated 5.8/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Cheraw), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Morven, see our Morven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wadesboro Primary Wadesboro | 5.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Lilesville Elementary Lilesville | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Wadesboro Elementary Wadesboro | 7.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Anson High School Wadesboro | 8.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Anson Middle Wadesboro | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Chesterfield High Chesterfield | 10.4 mi | 7.6 |
| JESUS IS LORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cheraw | 11.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Edwards Elementary Chesterfield | 11.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Cordova Middle Cordova | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Chesterfield-Ruby Middle Chesterfield | 12.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Long Middle Cheraw | 13.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Cheraw High Cheraw | 14.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Cheraw Intermediate Cheraw | 14.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Cheraw Primary Cheraw | 14.2 mi | 5.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheraw | 14.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Ashley Chapel Educational Center Rockingham | 12.7 mi | 5.9 |
| West Rockingham Elementary Rockingham | 13.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ruby Elementary Ruby | 14.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Wallace Elementary/Middle Wallace | 14.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockingham | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,444
Median Home Value
$100,900
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
2,454
College Educated
5.9%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock, NC | 6.4 |
| Bluford Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.4 |
| Colerain Elementary Colerain, NC | 6.4 |
| Nancy Reynolds Elementary School Westfield, NC | 6.4 |
| Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy Enfield, NC | 6.4 |
| Stokes Stokes, NC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morven Elementary
What grades does Morven Elementary serve?
Morven Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Morven Elementary?
Morven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morven Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Morven Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morven Elementary rank in NC?
Morven Elementary ranks #1,275 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Morven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Morven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Morven Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morven Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Morven Elementary a charter school?
No, Morven Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morven Elementary a Title I school?
No, Morven Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morven Elementary?
98.3% of students at Morven 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Anson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (704) 851-9306
Resources & Links
District
Anson County Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,912
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,070
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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