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Saint Pauls Elementary
Elementary School · Public Schools of Robeson County
PO Box 398, Saint Pauls, NC 28384
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,017 of 2,648
In Saint Pauls
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#20 of 36
Public Schools of Robeson County
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Saint Pauls Elementary
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About Saint Pauls Elementary
Saint Pauls Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Pauls, NC, part of Public Schools of Robeson County. Saint Pauls Elementary serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Saint Pauls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,017 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Saint Pauls Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Saint Pauls 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.
Saint Pauls 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.
30% of students at Saint Pauls 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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Saint Pauls Elementary — Students at Saint Pauls Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 6.5/10.
How Saint Pauls Elementary Compares
See how Saint Pauls 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
PO Box 398, Saint Pauls, NC 28384
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint Pauls Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gray's Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Hope Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gallberry Farm Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Hope Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alderman Road Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Pauls, see our Saint Pauls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Pauls Middle Saint Pauls | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Saint Pauls High Saint Pauls | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Gray's Creek Middle Hope Mills | 6.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Magnolia Elementary Lumberton | 7.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkton Elementary Parkton | 7.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Gallberry Farm Elementary Hope Mills | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Gray's Creek Elementary Hope Mills | 7.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Gray's Creek High Hope Mills | 8.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Rex-Rennert Elementary Shannon | 7.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Alderman Road Elementary Fayetteville | 8.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PSRC Early College at RCC Lumberton | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Piney Grove Elementary Lumberton | 9.4 mi | 5.0 |
| L Gilbert Carroll Lumberton | 10.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Hope Mills Middle Hope Mills | 11.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills | 11.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Lumberton Senior High Lumberton | 11.3 mi | 5.8 |
| C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills | 11.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Littlefield Middle Lumberton | 11.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Hope Mills | 11.8 mi | — |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 11.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28384 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,045
Median Home Value
$92,500
Median Rent
$808/mo
Population
11,166
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.1%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| C.F. Pope Elementary Burgaw, NC | 5.0 |
| Cooper Academy Clayton, NC | 5.0 |
| Dudley Shoals Elementary Granite Falls, NC | 5.0 |
| Durant Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 5.0 |
| Guilford Preparatory Academy Greensboro, NC | 5.0 |
| Jacksonville Commons Elem Jacksonville, NC | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Pauls Elementary
What grades does Saint Pauls Elementary serve?
Saint Pauls Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Saint Pauls Elementary?
Saint Pauls Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Pauls Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Pauls Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saint Pauls Elementary rank in NC?
Saint Pauls Elementary ranks #2,017 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Saint Pauls Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Saint Pauls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Saint Pauls Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint Pauls Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Saint Pauls Elementary a charter school?
No, Saint Pauls Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saint Pauls Elementary a Title I school?
No, Saint Pauls Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint Pauls Elementary?
99.6% of students at Saint Pauls 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 714
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Robeson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (910) 865-4103
Resources & Links
District
Public Schools of Robeson County- District Enrollment
- 20,983
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,767
- District Rank
- #20 of 36
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