Eastfield Global Magnet School

Summary:

Eastfield Global Magnet School is an elementary school located in Marion, North Carolina, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 266 students. The school is part of the McDowell County Schools district, which is ranked 115 out of 242 districts in North Carolina and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Eastfield Global Magnet School stands out for its strong academic performance, particularly in mathematics and science. In the 2023-2024 school year, 74.4% of 4th-grade students were proficient or better in EOG/Mathematics, compared to 52% for the district and 56.6% for the state. Similarly, 76.1% of 5th-grade students were proficient or better in EOG/Science, compared to 68.2% for the district and 66.2% for the state. The school has also shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 1192 out of 1425 North Carolina elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 606 out of 1505 in 2023-2024, and its SchoolDigger rating has improved from 1 star to 3 stars.

Eastfield Global Magnet School's diverse student population and its ability to support various subgroups are also noteworthy. The school has a significantly higher percentage of Hispanic students (31.95%) compared to nearby schools, which range from 3.66% to 19.38%. Despite this, the school's Hispanic students perform well, ranking 379 out of 951 North Carolina elementary schools in 2023-2024. Additionally, the school's male students, English Language Learners, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds all perform exceptionally well, ranking in the top 15% of North Carolina elementary schools. This strong performance may be attributed to the school's higher spending per student ($11,548 in 2018-2019) compared to nearby schools, which range from $9,997 to $12,363 per student.


Detail:

Public, Magnet PK, KG-5

 170 Eastfield School Road
       Marion, NC  28752


(828) 652-3730

District: McDowell County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
606th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,548 Help


Students who attend Eastfield Global Magnet School usually attend:

Middle:    East McDowell Middle School
High:    McDowell Early College
    McDowell High School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.6 Help
Number of students:  266

Racial breakdown:

White:
60.2%
Hispanic:
32.0%
Two or more races:
4.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  84.2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Eastfield Global Magnet School ranks better than 59.7% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 3rd among 8 ranked elementary schools in the McDowell County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 58.6. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (60.2%), Hispanic (32%), two or more races (4.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 84.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the McDowell County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Eastfield Global Magnet School is 12.6, which is the 2nd best among 8 elementary schools in the McDowell County Schools District. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Eastfield Global Magnet School is $11,548, which is the highest among 8 elementary schools in the McDowell County Schools District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Eastfield Global Magnet School:

SchoolDigger ranks Eastfield Global Magnet School 606th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Eastfield Global Magnet School in the ranking list.)

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McDowell County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks McDowell County Schools 115th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Eastfield Global Magnet School

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Rank History for all students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 33.18 965th 1276 24.4%
2007 27.23 1060th 1293 18.0%
2008 36.54 911th 1324 31.2%
2009 27.53 1061st 1354 21.6%
2010 40.91 920th 1363 32.5%
2011 24.28 1146th 1381 17.0%
2012 24.16 1168th 1388 15.9%
2013 32.70 985th 1403 29.8%
2014 29.33 1018th 1390 26.8%
2015 27.22 1120th 1440 22.2%
2016 21.80 1192nd 1425 16.4%
2017 28.92 1093rd 1429 23.5%
2018 49.03 764th 1434 46.7%
2019 35.41 1013th 1473 31.2%
2021 38.25 893rd 1489 40.0%
2022 60.35 587th 1514 61.2%
2023 60.47 570th 1502 62.1%
2024 58.60 606th 1505 59.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 37.66 318th 497 36.0%
2021 44.78 166th 385 56.9%
2022 72.01 58th 485 88.0%
2023 79.86 54th 514 89.5%
2024 55.87 172nd 533 67.7%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for English Language Learner Students!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.03 745th 1332 44.1%
2019 39.70 884th 1361 35.0%
2021 53.82 517th 1329 61.1%
2022 86.87 76th 1366 94.4%
2023 75.98 226th 1437 84.3%
2024 75.78 218th 1450 85.0%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.08 566th 1405 59.7%
2019 45.14 823rd 1424 42.2%
2021 34.94 912th 1440 36.7%
2022 47.42 754th 1458 48.3%
2023 49.36 750th 1459 48.6%
2024 47.27 758th 1455 47.9%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Disabled students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 42.53 484th 878 44.9%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 65.32 118th 612 80.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.40 922nd 1413 34.7%
2019 27.65 1130th 1430 21.0%
2021 41.41 833rd 1444 42.3%
2022 68.05 414th 1464 71.7%
2023 68.35 404th 1461 72.3%
2024 67.62 421st 1464 71.2%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 51.29 404th 851 52.5%
2019 35.02 614th 865 29.0%
2021 25.37 702nd 843 16.7%
2022 50.87 395th 893 55.8%
2023 52.23 398th 915 56.5%
2024 56.00 379th 951 60.1%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Eastfield Global Magnet School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.59 704th 1178 40.2%
2019 29.97 937th 1183 20.8%
2021 35.35 793rd 1172 32.3%
2022 49.34 623rd 1194 47.8%
2023 47.41 649th 1183 45.1%
2024 53.57 549th 1166 52.9%
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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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, December 12, 2019

Open Quote Friendly staff, accepting of various cultures, well rounded education Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, May 26, 2018

Open Quote This school has went downhill in recent years. The principal Michelle Baker has poor communication skills, and no compassion for the children of this school. I'm very disappointed with the treatment of my child at this facility. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Eastfield Global Magnet School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 359 6 0 5 1 n/a n/a 0 371
1989 327 7 2 0 0 n/a n/a -2 334
1990 304 9 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 314
1991 276 9 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 286
1992 232 10 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 242
1993 250 16 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 267
1994 258 12 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 271
1995 245 15 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 263
1996 245 15 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 263
1997 260 12 0 9 1 n/a n/a 0 282
1998 309 10 0 11 0 n/a n/a 0 330
1999 328 9 1 27 0 n/a n/a 0 365
2000 342 16 0 33 0 n/a n/a 0 391
2001 333 18 0 57 1 n/a n/a 0 409
2002 265 20 0 79 2 n/a n/a 0 366
2003 265 20 0 79 2 n/a n/a 0 366
2004 240 11 0 87 2 n/a n/a 0 340
2005 230 11 0 104 4 n/a n/a 0 349
2006 216 4 0 111 2 n/a n/a 0 333
2007 209 6 0 104 1 n/a n/a 5 325
2008 200 9 0 106 1 n/a n/a 16 332
2009 197 34 0 106 1 n/a n/a 0 338
2010 202 41 0 124 1 n/a n/a 0 368
2011 243 13 0 150 2 0 21 0 429
2012 285 11 0 161 1 0 27 0 485
2013 281 11 0 166 0 0 29 0 487
2014 252 13 0 153 1 0 30 0 449
2015 189 11 0 108 1 0 22 0 331
2016 190 10 0 128 2 0 22 0 352
2017 182 11 0 121 2 0 21 0 337
2018 158 11 0 111 2 0 21 0 303
2019 166 11 1 116 2 0 20 0 316
2020 145 13 2 111 2 0 15 0 288
2021 155 12 2 98 1 0 9 0 277
2022 153 8 1 90 1 0 10 0 263
2023 160 6 2 85 1 1 11 0 266

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 Eastfield Global Magnet School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 371 23.0 16.1 35
1989 334 23.0 14.5 61.4
1990 314 23.0 13.6 57.6
1991 286 23.0 12.4 63.3
1992 242 22.0 11.0 44.2
1993 267 16.0 16.7 40.8
1994 271 16.0 16.9 51.7
1995 263 17.0 15.5 63.5
1996 263 17.0 15.5 63.5
1997 282 17.0 16.6 63.1
1998 330 21.0 15.7 55.2
1999 365 21.0 17.4 63.8
2000 391 21.0 18.6 63.4
2001 409 21.0 19.5 58.4
2002 366 21.0 17.4 69.7
2003 366 21.0 17.4 69.7
2004 340 28.0 12.1 94.7
2005 349 28.0 12.5 82.8
2006 333 28.0 11.9 76
2007 325 n/a n/a 72.5
2008 332 25.9 12.8 82
2009 338 26.0 13.0 74.9
2010 368 24.8 14.9 86.4
2011 429 26.0 16.5 75.5
2012 485 27.6 17.5 86
2013 487 29.8 16.2 84.2
2014 449 30.5 14.7 81.3
2015 331 27.0 12.2 97.9
2016 352 26.0 13.5 96.9
2017 337 25.0 13.4 99.1
2018 303 24.3 12.4 98.3
2019 316 23.4 13.4 74.4
2020 288 23.4 12.3 78.5
2021 277 22.0 12.5 76.2
2022 263 21.0 12.5 68.8
2023 266 21.0 12.6 84.2

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 Eastfield Global Magnet School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 371 23.0 16.1 35
1989 334 23.0 14.5 61.4
1990 314 23.0 13.6 57.6
1991 286 23.0 12.4 63.3
1992 242 22.0 11.0 44.2
1993 267 16.0 16.7 40.8
1994 271 16.0 16.9 51.7
1995 263 17.0 15.5 63.5
1996 263 17.0 15.5 63.5
1997 282 17.0 16.6 63.1
1998 330 21.0 15.7 55.2
1999 365 21.0 17.4 63.8
2000 391 21.0 18.6 63.4
2001 409 21.0 19.5 58.4
2002 366 21.0 17.4 69.7
2003 366 21.0 17.4 69.7
2004 340 28.0 12.1 94.7
2005 349 28.0 12.5 82.8
2006 333 28.0 11.9 76
2007 325 n/a n/a 72.5
2008 332 25.9 12.8 82
2009 338 26.0 13.0 74.9
2010 368 24.8 14.9 86.4
2011 429 26.0 16.5 75.5
2012 485 27.6 17.5 86
2013 487 29.8 16.2 84.2
2014 449 30.5 14.7 81.3
2015 331 27.0 12.2 97.9
2016 352 26.0 13.5 96.9
2017 337 25.0 13.4 99.1
2018 303 24.3 12.4 98.3
2019 316 23.4 13.4 74.4
2020 288 23.4 12.3 78.5
2021 277 22.0 12.5 76.2
2022 263 21.0 12.5 68.8
2023 266 21.0 12.6 84.2

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 Eastfield Global Magnet School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,932 (16.7%) $9,616 (83.3%) $11,548

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Eastfield Global Magnet School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1013th of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 570th of 1502 Elementary schools
 30.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Eastfield Global Magnet School)39.373.7
 34.4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (McDowell County Schools)60.954.6
 6.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Eastfield Global Magnet School)29.542.1
 12.6%
   3rd Grade Reading (McDowell County Schools)49.641.8
 7.8%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Eastfield Global Magnet School)54.355.6
 1.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (McDowell County Schools)56.754.9
 1.8%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Eastfield Global Magnet School)60.955.6
 5.3%
   4th Grade Reading (McDowell County Schools)61.555.7
 5.8%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Eastfield Global Magnet School)47.157.1
 10%
   5th Grade Mathematics (McDowell County Schools)53.959.9
 6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)60.255.9
 4.3%
5th Grade Reading (Eastfield Global Magnet School)54.354.3
   5th Grade Reading (McDowell County Schools)6251.2
 10.8%
   5th Grade Reading (North Carolina)54.648
 6.6%
5th Grade Science (Eastfield Global Magnet School)72.977.1
 4.2%
   5th Grade Science (McDowell County Schools)80.472.8
 7.6%
   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 Students316266
 15.8%
African American116
 45.5%
American Indian21
 50%
Asian12
 100%
Hispanic11685
 26.7%
Pacific Islander01
White166160
 3.6%
Two or More Races2011
 45%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients74.4%84.2%
 9.8%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastfield Global Magnet School

Eastfield Global Magnet School ranks 606th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Eastfield Global Magnet School are 60% White, 32% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 2% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 266 students attended Eastfield Global Magnet School.

Students who attend Eastfield Global Magnet School usually go on to attend:

Middle : East McDowell Middle School
High : McDowell Early College
High : McDowell High School


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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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