Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peachtree Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peachtree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Peachtree Elementary School's student population of 168 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Peachtree Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peachtree Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#778 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachtree Elementary School's ranking?
Peachtree Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Peachtree Elementary School often compared to?
Peachtree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martins Creek Elementary/mid, The Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Peachtree Elementary School?
168 students attend Peachtree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Peachtree Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peachtree Elementary School?
Peachtree Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peachtree Elementary School offer ?
Peachtree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peachtree Elementary School part of?
Peachtree Elementary School is part of Cherokee County Schools School District.
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