Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Archdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Archdale Elementary School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students are First in All We Do!
School Rankings
Archdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Archdale Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
30%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
38%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archdale Elementary School's ranking?
Archdale Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Archdale Elementary School?
355 students attend Archdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Archdale Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Archdale Elementary School?
Archdale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Archdale Elementary School offer ?
Archdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Archdale Elementary School part of?
Archdale Elementary School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
School Reviews
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