Needs Improvement
#2532 of 2,648 schools in NC
Westarea Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
941 Country Club Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,532 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#64 of 66
public schools
In district
#82 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Westarea Elementary
Westarea Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Westarea Elementary serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westarea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,532 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Westarea Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Westarea 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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Westarea Elementary — Students at Westarea Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 2.9/10.
How Westarea Elementary Compares
See how Westarea 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
941 Country Club Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westarea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vanstory Hills Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alma O Easom Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, College Lakes Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF FAYETTEVILLE, INC. Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Ferguson-Easley Elementary Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| E E Smith High Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Warrenwood Elementary Fayetteville | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Margaret Willis Elementary Fayetteville | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Cumberland International Early College Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Cross Creek Early College Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Lucile Souders Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| College Lakes Elementary Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Terry Sanford High Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Cumberland Polytechnic Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Luther Nick Jeralds Middle Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Ramsey Street High Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | — |
| Reid Ross Classical High Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Reid Ross Classical Middle Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Alma O Easom Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Vanstory Hills Elementary Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood 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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| Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills, NC | 3.2 |
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| Oak View Elementary High Point, NC | 3.2 |
| Pinewood Elementary Charlotte, NC | 3.2 |
| Aversboro Elementary Garner, NC | 3.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westarea Elementary
What grades does Westarea Elementary serve?
Westarea Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westarea Elementary?
Westarea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westarea Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westarea Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westarea Elementary rank in NC?
Westarea Elementary ranks #2,532 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Westarea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westarea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Westarea Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westarea Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westarea Elementary a charter school?
No, Westarea Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westarea Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westarea Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westarea Elementary?
99.5% of students at Westarea 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
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (910) 488-1705
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #82 of 84
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