Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5, A T Allen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A T Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
A T Allen Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
A T Allen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A T Allen Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1699 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
52%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A T Allen Elementary School's ranking?
A T Allen Elementary School is ranked #1699 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend A T Allen Elementary School?
626 students attend A T Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of A T Allen Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A T Allen Elementary School?
A T Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does A T Allen Elementary School offer ?
A T Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A T Allen Elementary School part of?
A T Allen Elementary School is part of Cabarrus County Schools.
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