Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Albemarle 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Albemarle Elementary serves the northeast part of Albemarle, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with most students living within 1.5 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Albemarle Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
East Albemarle 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 East Albemarle Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2034 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
56%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Albemarle Elementary School's ranking?
East Albemarle Elementary School is ranked #2034 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Albemarle Elementary School often compared to?
East Albemarle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Albemarle Elementary School?
261 students attend East Albemarle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of East Albemarle Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Albemarle Elementary School?
East Albemarle Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Albemarle Elementary School offer ?
East Albemarle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Albemarle Elementary School part of?
East Albemarle Elementary School is part of Stanly County Schools.
School Reviews
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