For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,543 students in Albemarle, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 47 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Albemarle, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Albemarle, NC are Stanly Early College High School, Stanly Stem Early College and Millingport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albemarle, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Albemarle have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Albemarle, NC (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stanly Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
141 College Drive
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4400
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4400
Grades: 9-13
| 168 students
Rank: #22.
Stanly Stem Early College
Magnet School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
311 Park Ridge Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4900
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4900
Grades: 9-13
| 153 students
Rank: #33.
Millingport Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24198 Nc Hwy 73 W
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4300
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4300
Grades: K-5
| 194 students
Rank: #44.
Stanly Academy Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
311 Park Ridge Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Rank: #55.
Albemarle High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Park Ridge Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4200
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 390 students
Rank: #66.
Endy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27670 Betty Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3300
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 348 students
Rank: #77.
East Albemarle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1813 E Main Street
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3500
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3500
Grades: K-5
| 319 students
Rank: #88.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
206 N 3rd Street
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3200
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3200
Grades: K-5
| 546 students
Rank: #99.
Albemarle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1811 Badin Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3400
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 409 students
Albemarle, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Albemarle, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Albemarle, NC include Stanly Early College High School, Stanly Stem Early College and Millingport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Albemarle?
9 public schools are located in Albemarle.
What percentage of students in Albemarle go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Albemarle are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Albemarle?
Albemarle public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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