For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,296 students in 27244, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27244, NC are Western Alamance High School, Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School and Western Alamance Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27244 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27244, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27244, NC 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Alamance High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1731 N Nc 87
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6020
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,135 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
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 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
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 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
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 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
27244, North Carolina 51爆料s (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 schools in 27244, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27244, NC include Western Alamance High School, Altamahaw-ossipee Elementary School and Western Alamance Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27244?
4 public schools are located in 27244.
What is the racial composition of students in 27244?
27244 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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