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Northwest Harnett Elementary

Summary:

Northwest Harnett Elementary is a public elementary school in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, serving 625 students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. This school stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, diverse student population, and socioeconomic diversity compared to nearby schools.

Academically, Northwest Harnett Elementary outperforms the Harnett County Schools district and the state of North Carolina in standardized test scores across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 5th grade Mathematics, the school had a 72.1% proficiency rate, significantly higher than the district's 46.4% and the state's 58.1%. The school's racial diversity is also noteworthy, with a student body that is 66.72% White, 8.8% African American, 16.32% Hispanic, and 6.56% two or more races - more diverse than nearby schools like Buies Creek Elementary and Lillington-Shawtown Elementary.

In terms of socioeconomic factors, the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Northwest Harnett Elementary has ranged from 21% to 39.04%, lower than some nearby schools like Lillington-Shawtown Elementary and Angier Elementary, which have much higher free and reduced lunch rates. Additionally, Northwest Harnett Elementary has consistently ranked in the top half of North Carolina elementary schools, with a 3- or 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, outperforming nearby schools in terms of overall ranking and rating.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 736 Rollins Road
       Fuquay Varina, NC  27526

(919) 552-4547

District: Harnett County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
470th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,479 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  15.8 Help
Number of students:  625

Racial breakdown:

White:
66.7%
Hispanic:
16.3%
African American:
8.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  39% Help


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Compare Details Northwest Harnett Elementary ranks better than 68.8% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 2nd among 13 ranked elementary schools in the Harnett County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 66.25. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (66.7%), Hispanic (16.3%), African American (8.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 39% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Harnett County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Northwest Harnett Elementary is 15.8, which is the highest among 15 elementary schools in the Harnett County Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Northwest Harnett Elementary is $8,479, which is the lowest among 15 elementary schools in the Harnett County Schools District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Northwest Harnett Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Northwest Harnett Elementary 470th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Northwest Harnett Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Harnett County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Harnett County Schools 188th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Northwest Harnett Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 69.96 338th 1276 73.5%
2007 75.83 242nd 1293 81.3%
2008 74.66 277th 1324 79.1%
2009 69.09 419th 1354 69.1%
2010 53.76 724th 1363 46.9%
2011 60.97 596th 1381 56.8%
2012 59.02 621st 1388 55.3%
2013 75.76 289th 1403 79.4%
2014 75.06 310th 1390 77.7%
2015 71.07 394th 1440 72.6%
2016 74.04 326th 1425 77.1%
2017 79.62 232nd 1429 83.8%
2018 75.34 307th 1434 78.6%
2019 80.13 230th 1473 84.4%
2021 65.18 480th 1489 67.8%
2022 61.42 559th 1514 63.1%
2023 69.07 422nd 1502 71.9%
2024 66.25 470th 1505 68.8%
See the entire list of North Carolina Elementary School Rankings!

Rank History for English Language Learner students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 35.22 329th 485 32.2%
2024 33.64 372nd 533 30.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 48.70 336th 801 58.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.94 309th 1332 76.8%
2019 68.77 338th 1361 75.2%
2021 58.26 447th 1329 66.4%
2022 71.53 263rd 1366 80.7%
2023 54.09 618th 1437 57.0%
2024 55.97 582nd 1450 59.9%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.06 239th 1405 83.0%
2019 80.74 200th 1424 86.0%
2021 67.17 398th 1440 72.4%
2022 56.26 620th 1458 57.5%
2023 62.89 506th 1459 65.3%
2024 67.11 410th 1455 71.8%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Disabled students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 18.17 847th 897 5.6%
2019 68.24 169th 878 80.8%
2021 58.13 188th 646 70.9%
2022 68.47 112th 634 82.3%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Disabled Students!

Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 54.15 401st 612 34.5%
2021 51.02 327th 494 33.8%
2022 52.91 334th 500 33.2%
2023 26.27 550th 582 5.5%
2024 51.77 452nd 669 32.4%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Gifted and Talented Students!

Rank History for Male students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.88 409th 1413 71.1%
2019 76.40 269th 1430 81.2%
2021 60.07 548th 1444 62.0%
2022 65.14 468th 1464 68.0%
2023 72.52 337th 1461 76.9%
2024 62.62 518th 1464 64.6%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for African American students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.75 573rd 927 38.2%
2023 62.92 276th 933 70.4%
2024 59.74 292nd 924 68.4%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for African American Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.05 250th 851 70.6%
2019 72.76 170th 865 80.3%
2021 40.16 484th 843 42.6%
2022 30.46 694th 893 22.3%
2023 51.97 401st 915 56.2%
2024 45.60 513th 951 46.1%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Northwest Harnett Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.79 372nd 1178 68.4%
2019 67.92 348th 1183 70.6%
2021 53.59 522nd 1172 55.5%
2022 54.54 550th 1194 53.9%
2023 61.76 433rd 1183 63.4%
2024 61.68 429th 1166 63.2%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Friday, January 3, 2020

Open Quote I have 4 children and they all went to LaFayette. It is an excellent school with a staff
that truly care about their kids and how they succeed. My kids loved their teachers and enjoyed everything about the school. They were very sad to have to leave and go to a much bigger middle school that did not provide the smaller classroom size and/or the options available to them from the staff. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Northwest Harnett Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 283 94 0 6 0 n/a n/a 0 383
1989 290 84 0 17 0 n/a n/a 0 391
1990 322 77 0 13 3 n/a n/a 0 415
1991 345 69 0 13 1 n/a n/a -2 426
1992 368 71 0 9 2 n/a n/a 0 450
1993 289 50 1 9 3 n/a n/a 0 352
1994 294 58 0 11 3 n/a n/a 0 366
1995 350 87 0 5 2 n/a n/a 0 444
1996 350 87 0 5 2 n/a n/a 0 444
1997 365 83 0 15 4 n/a n/a 0 467
1998 390 77 0 19 3 n/a n/a 0 489
1999 384 98 0 26 2 n/a n/a 0 510
2000 379 114 0 37 1 n/a n/a 0 531
2001 373 96 0 33 4 n/a n/a 0 506
2002 388 80 1 55 6 n/a n/a 0 530
2003 388 80 1 55 6 n/a n/a 0 530
2004 396 78 0 68 8 n/a n/a 0 550
2005 439 88 0 76 7 n/a n/a 0 610
2006 442 80 2 83 4 n/a n/a 0 611
2007 472 58 2 96 3 n/a n/a 24 655
2008 554 74 0 106 4 n/a n/a 32 770
2009 611 119 1 100 3 n/a n/a 0 834
2010 608 108 1 93 4 n/a n/a 0 814
2011 585 68 2 91 2 0 20 0 768
2012 578 73 3 100 3 1 20 0 778
2013 578 67 3 105 4 0 16 0 773
2014 544 56 2 101 3 0 27 0 733
2015 525 66 2 103 4 0 12 0 712
2016 501 60 3 98 2 0 15 0 679
2017 470 59 3 106 2 0 22 0 662
2018 476 59 0 95 1 0 29 0 660
2019 473 58 0 85 1 0 33 0 650
2020 418 59 0 95 1 0 27 0 600
2021 390 49 2 78 0 0 25 0 544
2022 427 42 2 91 2 0 36 0 600
2023 417 55 8 102 2 0 41 0 625

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Northwest Harnett Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 383 18.0 21.2 30.5
1989 391 18.0 21.7 27.1
1990 415 18.0 23.0 23.9
1991 426 18.0 23.6 23.2
1992 450 18.0 25.0 18
1993 352 17.0 20.7 30.1
1994 366 18.0 20.3 25.4
1995 444 22.0 20.2 24.8
1996 444 22.0 20.2 24.8
1997 467 24.0 19.5 26.3
1998 489 27.0 18.1 26.6
1999 510 27.0 18.9 30.2
2000 531 27.0 19.7 33.9
2001 506 27.0 18.7 40.9
2002 530 29.0 18.3 39.4
2003 530 29.0 18.3 39.4
2004 550 29.0 19.0 38.5
2005 610 34.0 17.9 36.4
2006 611 37.0 16.5 n/a
2007 655 n/a n/a 36.5
2008 770 43.0 17.9 35.6
2009 834 48.0 17.4 32.4
2010 814 47.3 17.1 36
2011 768 45.1 17.0 36.1
2012 778 40.8 19.0 40.6
2013 773 46.7 16.5 36.2
2014 733 45.4 16.1 41.9
2015 712 41.0 17.3 41.7
2016 679 38.0 17.8 41.4
2017 662 37.8 17.4 41.2
2018 660 36.2 18.1 36.4
2019 650 36.2 17.9 36.5
2020 600 36.3 16.4 38.7
2021 544 34.7 15.6 29.6
2022 600 38.1 15.7 21
2023 625 39.4 15.8 39

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Northwest Harnett Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 383 18.0 21.2 30.5
1989 391 18.0 21.7 27.1
1990 415 18.0 23.0 23.9
1991 426 18.0 23.6 23.2
1992 450 18.0 25.0 18
1993 352 17.0 20.7 30.1
1994 366 18.0 20.3 25.4
1995 444 22.0 20.2 24.8
1996 444 22.0 20.2 24.8
1997 467 24.0 19.5 26.3
1998 489 27.0 18.1 26.6
1999 510 27.0 18.9 30.2
2000 531 27.0 19.7 33.9
2001 506 27.0 18.7 40.9
2002 530 29.0 18.3 39.4
2003 530 29.0 18.3 39.4
2004 550 29.0 19.0 38.5
2005 610 34.0 17.9 36.4
2006 611 37.0 16.5 n/a
2007 655 n/a n/a 36.5
2008 770 43.0 17.9 35.6
2009 834 48.0 17.4 32.4
2010 814 47.3 17.1 36
2011 768 45.1 17.0 36.1
2012 778 40.8 19.0 40.6
2013 773 46.7 16.5 36.2
2014 733 45.4 16.1 41.9
2015 712 41.0 17.3 41.7
2016 679 38.0 17.8 41.4
2017 662 37.8 17.4 41.2
2018 660 36.2 18.1 36.4
2019 650 36.2 17.9 36.5
2020 600 36.3 16.4 38.7
2021 544 34.7 15.6 29.6
2022 600 38.1 15.7 21
2023 625 39.4 15.8 39

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Northwest Harnett Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $866 (10.2%) $7,613 (89.8%) $8,479

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Northwest Harnett Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 230th of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 422nd of 1502 Elementary schools
 12.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Northwest Harnett Elementary)7274.2
 2.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Harnett County Schools)5951.3
 7.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Northwest Harnett Elementary)65.463.9
 1.5%
   3rd Grade Reading (Harnett County Schools)52.240.2
 12%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Northwest Harnett Elementary)76.464.4
 12%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Harnett County Schools)51.242.9
 8.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Northwest Harnett Elementary)72.456.7
 15.7%
   4th Grade Reading (Harnett County Schools)53.443.5
 9.9%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Northwest Harnett Elementary)74.657
 17.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Harnett County Schools)53.640.5
 13.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)60.255.9
 4.3%
5th Grade Reading (Northwest Harnett Elementary)68.952.6
 16.3%
   5th Grade Reading (Harnett County Schools)48.836
 12.8%
   5th Grade Reading (North Carolina)54.648
 6.6%
5th Grade Science (Northwest Harnett Elementary)86.976.3
 10.6%
   5th Grade Science (Harnett County Schools)6150.7
 10.3%
   5th Grade Science (North Carolina)72.665.3
 7.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students650625
 3.8%
African American5855
 5.2%
American Indian12
 100%
Asian08
Hispanic85102
 20%
Pacific Islander00
White473417
 11.8%
Two or More Races3341
 24.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.5%39%
 2.6%

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Northwest Harnett Elementary ranks 470th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 625 students attended Northwest Harnett Elementary.

Students at Northwest Harnett Elementary are 67% White, 16% Hispanic, 9% African American, 7% Two or more races, 1% Asian.


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