Serving 218 students in grades 4-5, Ahoskie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ahoskie Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Pursuit of Excellence: Unleashing our Potential.
School Rankings
Ahoskie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ahoskie Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2417 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
77%
24%
White
14%
42%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahoskie Elementary School's ranking?
Ahoskie Elementary School is ranked #2417 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ahoskie Elementary School often compared to?
Ahoskie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearfield Primary, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ahoskie Elementary School?
218 students attend Ahoskie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ahoskie Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ahoskie Elementary School?
Ahoskie Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ahoskie Elementary School offer ?
Ahoskie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ahoskie Elementary School part of?
Ahoskie Elementary School is part of Hertford County Schools.
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