For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,149 students in Elon, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elon, NC are Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School, Western Alamance Middle School and Elon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elon, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elon, NC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2832 N Nc 87
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6030
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6030
Gr: K-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Western Alamance Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Eldon Drive
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6010
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6010
Gr: 6-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Elon Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
720 Walker Road
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6000
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6000
Gr: K-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Elon, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakeside School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Po Box 157
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 584-0091
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 584-0091
Gr: 6-12 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Elon, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elon, NC include Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School, Western Alamance Middle School and Elon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elon?
3 public elementary schools are located in Elon.
What is the racial composition of students in Elon?
Elon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Elon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Elon include: Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School vs. Elon Elementary School, Elon Elementary School vs. Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School
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