Selma Elementary

Public PK, KG-5

 311 W Richardson St
       Selma, NC  27576-2548


(919) 965-3361

District: Johnston County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
1222nd of 1,502 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,423 Help


Students who attend Selma Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Selma Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.7 Help
Number of students:  754

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
64.7%
African American:
21.2%
White:
8.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  99.6% Help


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Compare Details Selma Elementary ranks worse than 81.4% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 22nd among 23 ranked elementary schools in the Johnston County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 22.26. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (64.7%), African American (21.2%), White (8.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 99.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Johnston County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Selma Elementary is 10.7, which is the 2nd best among 23 elementary schools in the Johnston County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Selma Elementary is $12,423, which is the highest among 23 elementary schools in the Johnston County Public Schools District!
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Selma Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Selma Elementary 1222nd of 1502 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Selma Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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White students:


Johnston County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Johnston County Public Schools 99th of 243 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Selma Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 27.81 1029th 1276 19.4%
2007 30.63 1015th 1293 21.5%
2008 22.25 1106th 1324 16.5%
2009 26.69 1074th 1354 20.7%
2010 43.97 862nd 1363 36.8%
2011 48.28 818th 1381 40.8%
2012 42.40 901st 1388 35.1%
2013 13.92 1278th 1403 8.9%
2014 8.56 1313th 1390 5.5%
2015 15.97 1271st 1440 11.7%
2016 23.87 1165th 1425 18.2%
2017 15.02 1272nd 1429 11.0%
2018 6.33 1390th 1434 3.1%
2019 16.34 1301st 1473 11.7%
2021 18.46 1235th 1489 17.1%
2022 29.95 1090th 1514 28.0%
2023 22.26 1222nd 1502 18.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.61 345th 421 18.1%
2019 35.04 348th 497 30.0%
2021 31.33 271st 385 29.6%
2022 47.34 218th 485 55.1%
2023 45.11 251st 514 51.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 14.46 1249th 1332 6.2%
2019 21.98 1170th 1361 14.0%
2021 18.93 1163rd 1329 12.5%
2022 38.67 870th 1366 36.3%
2023 37.06 959th 1437 33.3%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 7.64 1355th 1405 3.6%
2019 21.08 1219th 1424 14.4%
2021 21.76 1155th 1440 19.8%
2022 36.73 957th 1458 34.4%
2023 26.89 1134th 1459 22.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.57 821st 878 6.5%
2021 14.31 642nd 646 0.6%
2022 31.27 447th 634 29.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 7.04 1371st 1413 3.0%
2019 12.52 1324th 1430 7.4%
2021 17.21 1231st 1444 14.8%
2022 25.25 1145th 1464 21.8%
2023 19.89 1232nd 1461 15.7%
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Rank History for African American students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 11.43 898th 927 3.1%
2019 18.32 876th 949 7.7%
2021 23.94 753rd 896 16.0%
2022 33.42 647th 927 30.2%
2023 36.69 612th 933 34.4%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for African American Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.56 796th 851 6.5%
2019 36.99 578th 865 33.2%
2021 34.18 574th 843 31.9%
2022 43.38 500th 893 44.0%
2023 36.53 602nd 915 34.2%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Selma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 5.45 1162nd 1178 1.4%
2019 7.82 1155th 1183 2.4%
2022 56.48 517th 1194 56.7%
2023 34.78 844th 1183 28.7%
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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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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, February 14, 2019

Open Quote Selma Elementary School has a great staff. Their dual language program is fantastic! Close Quote


by a teacher
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Open Quote A true community- I love working at S.E.S. Our kids are compassionate, hardworking, and respectful members of the community. Our team is the best and we share the same passion for our students. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Selma Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 529 406 1 11 0 n/a n/a 0 947
1989 558 418 1 14 0 n/a n/a 0 991
1990 541 438 0 12 0 n/a n/a 0 991
1991 539 433 0 30 0 n/a n/a 0 1002
1992 556 419 3 33 2 n/a n/a 0 1013
1993 604 488 1 35 3 n/a n/a 0 1131
1994 370 344 3 32 1 n/a n/a 16 766
1995 384 364 4 47 2 n/a n/a 0 801
1996 384 364 4 47 2 n/a n/a 0 801
1997 348 385 2 59 3 n/a n/a 0 797
1998 333 418 3 102 3 n/a n/a 0 859
1999 311 434 1 134 1 n/a n/a 0 881
2000 274 412 0 165 2 n/a n/a 0 853
2001 209 418 0 195 2 n/a n/a 0 824
2002 175 378 2 206 0 n/a n/a 0 761
2003 175 378 2 206 0 n/a n/a 0 761
2004 180 394 2 231 1 n/a n/a 0 808
2005 161 358 1 275 2 n/a n/a 0 797
2006 188 349 4 304 2 n/a n/a 0 847
2007 197 292 5 342 3 n/a n/a 46 885
2008 160 286 7 404 3 n/a n/a 54 914
2009 143 317 6 412 2 n/a n/a 0 880
2010 144 294 7 397 5 n/a n/a 0 847
2011 160 250 2 467 1 0 19 0 899
2012 143 264 0 495 5 0 14 0 921
2013 166 284 0 537 4 0 20 0 1011
2014 146 310 0 550 2 0 25 0 1033
2015 117 287 2 500 1 0 25 0 932
2016 103 266 3 484 1 0 25 0 882
2017 87 271 3 435 0 1 26 0 823
2018 84 243 8 403 0 0 29 0 767
2019 58 211 8 413 0 0 32 0 722
2020 46 165 6 404 0 0 46 0 667
2021 60 219 10 463 0 0 32 0 784
2022 59 174 7 487 0 0 35 0 762
2023 61 160 6 488 0 0 39 0 754

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 Selma Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 947 53.0 17.8 45.4
1989 991 57.0 17.3 54.6
1990 991 57.0 17.3 56.6
1991 1002 64.0 15.6 56
1992 1013 64.0 15.8 41.3
1993 1131 73.0 15.5 42.1
1994 766 47.0 16.3 48.9
1995 801 59.0 13.6 50.7
1996 801 59.0 13.6 50.7
1997 797 60.0 13.3 51.7
1998 859 63.0 13.6 54
1999 881 67.0 13.1 78.4
2000 853 67.0 12.7 74.4
2001 824 67.0 12.3 78.9
2002 761 73.0 10.4 92.4
2003 761 73.0 10.4 92.4
2004 808 69.0 11.7 83.5
2005 797 69.0 11.6 90.7
2006 847 69.0 12.3 83
2007 885 n/a n/a 83.7
2008 914 73.1 12.5 n/a
2009 880 72.3 12.2 n/a
2010 847 72.5 11.6 86.8
2011 899 72.0 12.4 92.1
2012 921 71.4 12.8 91.3
2013 1011 77.1 13.1 90.5
2014 1033 81.9 12.5 94.7
2015 932 72.0 12.9 93.5
2016 882 73.0 12.0 93.8
2017 823 73.0 11.2 91.5
2018 767 68.0 11.2 88.7
2019 722 65.5 11.0 99.6
2020 667 66.0 10.1 99.6
2021 784 62.0 12.6 99.6
2022 762 69.9 10.8 99.6
2023 754 70.0 10.7 99.6

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 Selma Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 947 53.0 17.8 45.4
1989 991 57.0 17.3 54.6
1990 991 57.0 17.3 56.6
1991 1002 64.0 15.6 56
1992 1013 64.0 15.8 41.3
1993 1131 73.0 15.5 42.1
1994 766 47.0 16.3 48.9
1995 801 59.0 13.6 50.7
1996 801 59.0 13.6 50.7
1997 797 60.0 13.3 51.7
1998 859 63.0 13.6 54
1999 881 67.0 13.1 78.4
2000 853 67.0 12.7 74.4
2001 824 67.0 12.3 78.9
2002 761 73.0 10.4 92.4
2003 761 73.0 10.4 92.4
2004 808 69.0 11.7 83.5
2005 797 69.0 11.6 90.7
2006 847 69.0 12.3 83
2007 885 n/a n/a 83.7
2008 914 73.1 12.5 n/a
2009 880 72.3 12.2 n/a
2010 847 72.5 11.6 86.8
2011 899 72.0 12.4 92.1
2012 921 71.4 12.8 91.3
2013 1011 77.1 13.1 90.5
2014 1033 81.9 12.5 94.7
2015 932 72.0 12.9 93.5
2016 882 73.0 12.0 93.8
2017 823 73.0 11.2 91.5
2018 767 68.0 11.2 88.7
2019 722 65.5 11.0 99.6
2020 667 66.0 10.1 99.6
2021 784 62.0 12.6 99.6
2022 762 69.9 10.8 99.6
2023 754 70.0 10.7 99.6

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 Selma Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,727 (13.9%) $10,696 (86.1%) $12,423

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Selma 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 1301st of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 1222nd of 1502 Elementary schools
 7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Selma Elementary)53.444.5
 8.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Johnston County Public Schools)56.864.5
 7.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Selma Elementary)28.631.9
 3.3%
   3rd Grade Reading (Johnston County Public Schools)51.151.4
 0.3%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Selma Elementary)45.537.6
 7.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Johnston County Public Schools)5158.5
 7.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Selma Elementary)19.436.1
 16.7%
   4th Grade Reading (Johnston County Public Schools)47.458.2
 10.8%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students722754
 4.4%
African American211160
 24.2%
American Indian00
Asian86
 25%
Hispanic413488
 18.2%
Pacific Islander00
White5861
 5.2%
Two or More Races3239
 21.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients99.6%99.6%
 0%


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Students at Selma Elementary are 65% Hispanic, 21% African American, 8% White, 5% Two or more races.

In the 2022-23 school year, 754 students attended Selma Elementary.

Selma Elementary ranks in the bottom 18.6% of North Carolina elementary schools.

Students who attend Selma Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Selma Middle School


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