Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Old Fort Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Fort Elementary School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Fort Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Fort Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Fort Elementary School's ranking?
Old Fort Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Old Fort Elementary School?
319 students attend Old Fort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Old Fort Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Fort Elementary School?
Old Fort Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Old Fort Elementary School offer ?
Old Fort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Old Fort Elementary School part of?
Old Fort Elementary School is part of Mcdowell County Schools School District.
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