Battleground Elementary

Summary:

Battleground Elementary is a public elementary school in Lincolnton, North Carolina, serving 403 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Lincoln County Schools district, which is ranked 66 out of 242 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Battleground Elementary stands out for its diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 38.71% White, 17.12% African American, 29.78% Hispanic, 0.5% Asian, and 13.9% two or more races. However, the school's academic performance lags behind the district and state averages, with significantly lower proficiency rates in Mathematics, Reading, and Science. The school's performance also varies greatly across different student subgroups, with Hispanic students performing relatively well but White, African American, and Multi-racial students struggling. Additionally, over 99% of Battleground Elementary's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.

Compared to nearby elementary schools, such as Cherryville Elementary, Maiden Elementary, and Pumpkin Center Intermediate, Battleground Elementary's academic performance is significantly lower. The school's statewide ranking has also declined over the past several years, suggesting that it is struggling to keep pace with other elementary schools in Lincoln County. Addressing these challenges will require targeted interventions, additional resources, and a focus on equity and support for the school's diverse student population.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 301 Jeb Seagle Dr
       Lincolnton, NC  28092-2167


(704) 736-1626

District: Lincoln County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
656th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,785 Help


Students who attend Battleground Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Lincolnton Middle
High:    Lincolnton High

Student/teacher ratio:  12.1 Help
Number of students:  403

Racial breakdown:

White:
38.7%
Hispanic:
29.8%
African American:
17.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  99.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Battleground Elementary ranks better than 56.4% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 8th among 12 ranked elementary schools in the Lincoln County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 55.23. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Battleground Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (38.7%), Hispanic (29.8%), African American (17.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 99.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Lincoln County Schools District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Battleground Elementary is 12.1, which is the 2nd best among 12 elementary schools in the Lincoln County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Battleground Elementary is $9,785, which is the 6th highest among 12 elementary schools in the Lincoln County Schools District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Battleground Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Battleground Elementary 656th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Battleground Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Lincoln County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Lincoln County Schools 66th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Battleground Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 25.63 1051st 1276 17.6%
2019 23.88 1208th 1473 18.0%
2021 21.69 1168th 1489 21.6%
2022 16.65 1338th 1514 11.6%
2023 8.05 1440th 1502 4.1%
2024 55.23 656th 1505 56.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 38.35 73rd 103 29.1%
2021 14.41 93rd 97 4.1%
2023 8.02 150th 154 2.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 24.73 438th 497 11.9%
2023 22.72 447th 514 13.0%
2024 54.22 184th 533 65.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 74.96 102nd 801 87.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 33.91 990th 1361 27.3%
2021 30.59 958th 1329 27.9%
2022 29.75 1035th 1366 24.2%
2023 11.45 1385th 1437 3.6%
2024 66.10 385th 1450 73.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 22.39 1200th 1424 15.7%
2021 23.36 1128th 1440 21.7%
2022 21.92 1221st 1458 16.3%
2023 8.78 1400th 1459 4.0%
2024 42.52 850th 1455 41.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 36.47 584th 878 33.5%
2021 36.80 392nd 646 39.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 28.84 1110th 1430 22.4%
2021 21.86 1148th 1444 20.5%
2022 13.78 1345th 1464 8.1%
2023 10.65 1382nd 1461 5.4%
2024 67.54 422nd 1464 71.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 27.92 765th 949 19.4%
2021 41.66 480th 896 46.4%
2022 47.90 433rd 927 53.3%
2024 54.81 367th 924 60.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 36.48 589th 865 31.9%
2021 35.17 560th 843 33.6%
2022 20.81 804th 893 10.0%
2023 20.79 814th 915 11.0%
2024 65.15 274th 951 71.2%
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Rank History for White students at Battleground Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 17.39 1083rd 1183 8.5%
2021 14.30 1098th 1172 6.3%
2022 5.67 1179th 1194 1.3%
2023 2.14 1176th 1183 0.6%
2024 46.65 664th 1166 43.1%
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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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Enrollment information for Battleground Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 208 78 0 5 0 n/a n/a 1 292
1989 228 86 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 318
1990 215 84 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 303
1991 344 129 1 16 0 n/a n/a 1 491
1992 326 133 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 470
1993 315 139 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 464
1994 319 145 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 474
1995 299 141 2 33 0 n/a n/a 0 475
1996 299 141 2 33 0 n/a n/a 0 475
1997 297 153 1 39 0 n/a n/a 0 490
1998 327 139 2 45 3 n/a n/a 0 516
1999 318 121 3 71 3 n/a n/a 0 516
2000 287 122 4 78 2 n/a n/a 0 493
2001 282 123 2 74 0 n/a n/a 0 481
2002 265 120 2 119 1 n/a n/a 0 507
2003 265 120 2 119 1 n/a n/a 0 507
2004 268 123 3 124 1 n/a n/a 0 519
2005 262 132 2 134 1 n/a n/a 0 531
2006 275 123 0 135 3 n/a n/a 0 536
2007 169 56 0 108 4 n/a n/a 30 367
2008 176 49 1 109 2 n/a n/a 30 367
2009 154 59 1 95 0 n/a n/a 0 309
2010 156 68 0 78 0 n/a n/a 0 302
2011 158 49 0 71 0 0 20 0 298
2012 151 52 0 74 0 0 18 0 295
2013 138 51 2 82 0 1 20 0 294
2014 138 54 4 92 1 0 21 0 310
2015 135 56 3 104 0 0 18 0 316
2016 122 56 3 95 0 0 18 0 294
2017 116 53 4 87 0 0 16 0 276
2018 80 37 0 51 0 0 20 0 188
2019 154 77 4 135 0 0 35 0 405
2020 151 80 2 126 0 0 35 0 394
2021 150 77 1 118 0 0 43 0 389
2022 154 69 2 115 0 0 49 0 389
2023 156 69 2 120 0 0 56 0 403

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 Battleground Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 292 20.0 14.6 36
1989 318 20.0 15.9 42.1
1990 303 20.0 15.1 42.9
1991 491 30.0 16.3 26.5
1992 470 30.0 15.6 38.7
1993 464 25.0 18.6 46.8
1994 474 28.0 16.9 46
1995 475 29.0 16.4 43.8
1996 475 29.0 16.4 43.8
1997 490 31.0 15.8 45.1
1998 516 35.0 14.7 44.4
1999 516 34.0 15.2 54.5
2000 493 33.0 14.9 58.6
2001 481 33.0 14.6 57.4
2002 507 25.0 20.3 0
2003 507 25.0 20.3 0
2004 519 35.0 14.8 65.7
2005 531 39.0 13.6 23.9
2006 536 37.0 14.5 74.8
2007 367 n/a n/a 77.4
2008 367 25.2 14.6 81.6
2009 309 25.2 12.3 78.6
2010 302 23.0 13.1 82.8
2011 298 23.3 12.7 81.5
2012 295 22.8 12.9 85.1
2013 294 22.8 12.8 88.1
2014 310 24.6 12.5 88.1
2015 316 23.0 13.7 96.8
2016 294 23.0 12.7 97.6
2017 276 18.8 14.6 96.4
2018 188 13.7 13.6 96.8
2019 405 32.0 12.6 99.3
2020 394 31.0 12.7 99.2
2021 389 31.7 12.2 99.2
2022 389 31.0 12.5 99.2
2023 403 33.2 12.1 99.3

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 Battleground Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 292 20.0 14.6 36
1989 318 20.0 15.9 42.1
1990 303 20.0 15.1 42.9
1991 491 30.0 16.3 26.5
1992 470 30.0 15.6 38.7
1993 464 25.0 18.6 46.8
1994 474 28.0 16.9 46
1995 475 29.0 16.4 43.8
1996 475 29.0 16.4 43.8
1997 490 31.0 15.8 45.1
1998 516 35.0 14.7 44.4
1999 516 34.0 15.2 54.5
2000 493 33.0 14.9 58.6
2001 481 33.0 14.6 57.4
2002 507 25.0 20.3 0
2003 507 25.0 20.3 0
2004 519 35.0 14.8 65.7
2005 531 39.0 13.6 23.9
2006 536 37.0 14.5 74.8
2007 367 n/a n/a 77.4
2008 367 25.2 14.6 81.6
2009 309 25.2 12.3 78.6
2010 302 23.0 13.1 82.8
2011 298 23.3 12.7 81.5
2012 295 22.8 12.9 85.1
2013 294 22.8 12.8 88.1
2014 310 24.6 12.5 88.1
2015 316 23.0 13.7 96.8
2016 294 23.0 12.7 97.6
2017 276 18.8 14.6 96.4
2018 188 13.7 13.6 96.8
2019 405 32.0 12.6 99.3
2020 394 31.0 12.7 99.2
2021 389 31.7 12.2 99.2
2022 389 31.0 12.5 99.2
2023 403 33.2 12.1 99.3

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 Battleground Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,121 (11.5%) $8,664 (88.5%) $9,785

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Battleground Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1208th of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 1440th of 1502 Elementary schools
 13.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Battleground Elementary)5021.1
 28.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Lincoln County Schools)7266.2
 5.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Battleground Elementary)37.923.9
 14%
   3rd Grade Reading (Lincoln County Schools)62.852.3
 10.5%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Battleground Elementary)36.824.2
 12.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Lincoln County Schools)66.462.7
 3.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Battleground Elementary)40.834.8
 6%
   4th Grade Reading (Lincoln County Schools)6563.7
 1.3%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Battleground Elementary)43.728.6
 15.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Lincoln County Schools)69.966.2
 3.7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)60.255.9
 4.3%
5th Grade Reading (Battleground Elementary)50.625.7
 24.9%
   5th Grade Reading (Lincoln County Schools)66.655.1
 11.5%
   5th Grade Reading (North Carolina)54.648
 6.6%
5th Grade Science (Battleground Elementary)63.231.4
 31.8%
   5th Grade Science (Lincoln County Schools)8173.9
 7.1%
   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 Students405403
 0.5%
African American7769
 10.4%
American Indian00
Asian42
 50%
Hispanic135120
 11.1%
Pacific Islander00
White154156
 1.3%
Two or More Races3556
 60%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients99.3%99.3%
 0%


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Students at Battleground Elementary are 39% White, 30% Hispanic, 17% African American, 14% Two or more races.

Battleground Elementary ranks 656th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Battleground Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Lincolnton Middle
High : Lincolnton High

In the 2022-23 school year, 403 students attended Battleground Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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