Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellendale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ellendale Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellendale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellendale Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellendale Elementary School's ranking?
Ellendale Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ellendale Elementary School often compared to?
Ellendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiddenite Elementary School, Sugar Loaf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Ellendale Elementary School?
204 students attend Ellendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ellendale Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellendale Elementary School?
Ellendale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ellendale Elementary School offer ?
Ellendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellendale Elementary School part of?
Ellendale Elementary School is part of Alexander County Schools School District.
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