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Very Good

#762 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 29% in state

Pink Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Lenoir County Public Schools

2666 HC Turner Road, Pink Hill, NC 28572

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#762 of 2,648

In district

#3 of 17

Lenoir County Public Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pink Hill Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Pink Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Lenoir High

5.7/10

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5.3/10

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About Pink Hill Elementary

Pink Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Pink Hill, NC, part of Lenoir County Public Schools. Pink Hill Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pink Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #762 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Pink Hill Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pink Hill 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,902
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

Pink Hill Elementary — Students at Pink Hill Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
49.2%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
63%
ELA
53.9%

* 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 Pink Hill Elementary Compares

See how Pink Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in NC
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2666 HC Turner Road, Pink Hill, NC 28572

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pink Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Comfort Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Comfort), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moss Hill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Kinston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Southwood Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Kinston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pink Hill, see our Pink Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
South Lenoir High Deep Run 5.0 mi 5.7
B F Grady Elementary Albertson 5.4 mi 5.3
Moss Hill Elementary Kinston 8.1 mi 7.4
Woodington Middle Kinston 8.1 mi 5.3
East Duplin High Beulaville 9.9 mi 6.3
CHAMPION EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beulaville 10.9 mi 4.6
Beulaville Elementary Beulaville 11.1 mi 3.9
Lenoir County Learning Academy Kinston 12.4 mi 4.0
CEDAR FORK MENNONITE SCHOOL Beulaville 14.3 mi
Banks Elementary Kinston 14.4 mi 5.8
Southwood Elementary Kinston 13.2 mi 6.5
Spring Creek High Seven Springs 13.7 mi 5.9
Spring Creek Middle Seven Springs 13.8 mi 7.2
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston 15.0 mi 5.9
Lenoir County Early College High Kinston 14.3 mi 7.8
Comfort Elementary Comfort 13.7 mi 8.8
La Grange Elementary La Grange 16.4 mi 5.4
Northwest Elementary Kinston 15.7 mi 5.5
E B Frink Middle La Grange 16.7 mi 5.0
Southeast Elementary Kinston 15.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,740

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

6,080

College Educated

12.6%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pink Hill Elementary

What grades does Pink Hill Elementary serve?

Pink Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pink Hill Elementary?

Pink Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pink Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pink Hill Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pink Hill Elementary rank in NC?

Pink Hill Elementary ranks #762 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Pink Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pink Hill 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 Pink Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pink Hill Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pink Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Pink Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pink Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pink Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pink Hill Elementary?

99.3% of students at Pink Hill 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lenoir County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

District

Lenoir County Public Schools
District Enrollment
8,372
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,902
District Rank
#3 of 17

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