Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellendale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellendale Elementary School's student population of 168 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ellendale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellendale Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
3%
24%
White
86%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ellendale Elementary School often compared to?
Ellendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Loaf Elementary School, Hiddenite Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ellendale Elementary School?
168 students attend Ellendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ellendale Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellendale Elementary School?
Ellendale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ellendale Elementary School offer ?
Ellendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellendale Elementary School part of?
Ellendale Elementary School is part of Alexander County Schools.
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