Serving 623 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altamahaw-ossipee 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 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Alamance-Burlington School System student is prepared for their future in an inclusive and supportive learning community.
School Rankings
Altamahaw-ossipee 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 Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1142 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
13%
24%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alamance-Burlington Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School's ranking?
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School is ranked #1142 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School often compared to?
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School?
623 students attend Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School?
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School offer ?
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School part of?
Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.
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