Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvin B Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin B Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Marvin B Smith Elementary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvin B Smith 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 Marvin B Smith Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#544 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alamance-Burlington Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin B Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin B Smith Elementary School is ranked #544 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Marvin B Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin B Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edwin M Holt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Marvin B Smith Elementary School?
556 students attend Marvin B Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Marvin B Smith Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin B Smith Elementary School?
Marvin B Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marvin B Smith Elementary School offer ?
Marvin B Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin B Smith Elementary School part of?
Marvin B Smith Elementary School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.
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