Old Fort Elementary School
316 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Old Fort Elementary School, located in the heart of Old Fort, North Carolina, serves as a central hub for primary education within the McDowell County School District. Situated at 128 Mauney Avenue, the school is deeply integrated into its small-town community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As a public institution, it provides a foundational curriculum tailored to meet the needs of elementary-aged children, aiming to prepare them for success in their middle school years and beyond.
The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community involvement. By leveraging its position within the McDowell County school system, Old Fort Elementary works to provide its students with access to essential educational resources while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where staff and parents can collaborate effectively. Through its online presence and daily operations, the school emphasizes a positive school culture, encouraging academic achievement alongside social-emotional learning to ensure the well-being and development of every child in their care.
The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community involvement. By leveraging its position within the McDowell County school system, Old Fort Elementary works to provide its students with access to essential educational resources while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where staff and parents can collaborate effectively. Through its online presence and daily operations, the school emphasizes a positive school culture, encouraging academic achievement alongside social-emotional learning to ensure the well-being and development of every child in their care.
316
Total Students
23.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
108.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 275 |
| Hispanic | 15 |
| Black | 10 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White275 (87.0 %)
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Hispanic15 (4.7 %)
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Two or More14 (4.4 %)
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Black10 (3.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | McDowell County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)668-7646 |
| Website: | http://www.of.mcdowell.k12.nc.us |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 316 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 342 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
34
Kindergarten
53
Grade 1
48
Grade 2
48
Grade 3
56
Grade 4
39
Grade 5
38
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 34 |
| Kindergarten | 53 |
| Grade 1 | 48 |
| Grade 2 | 48 |
| Grade 3 | 56 |
| Grade 4 | 39 |
| Grade 5 | 38 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 152 | 48.1% |
| Male | 164 | 51.9% |
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