Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bessemer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessemer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bessemer Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bessemer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bessemer Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2389 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)27%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
62%
24%
White
4%
42%
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
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Guilford County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessemer Elementary School's ranking?
Bessemer Elementary School is ranked #2389 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bessemer Elementary School often compared to?
Bessemer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brightwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bessemer Elementary School?
509 students attend Bessemer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bessemer Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bessemer Elementary School?
Bessemer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bessemer Elementary School offer ?
Bessemer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bessemer Elementary School part of?
Bessemer Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Bessemer Elementary School located?
Bessemer Elementary School is located in the Glendale Hills neighborhood of Greensboro, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Glendale Hills.
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