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.
360
Total Students
23.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Old Fort Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White302
Hispanic23
Black9
Two or More25
American Indian1
  • White
    302 (83.9%)
  • Two or More
    25 (6.9%)
  • Hispanic
    23 (6.4%)
  • Black
    9 (2.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
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: 360
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 342
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 60
Kindergarten 40
Grade 1 52
Grade 2 63
Grade 3 47
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Old Fort Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten60
Kindergarten40
Grade 152
Grade 263
Grade 347
Grade 448
Grade 550
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Old Fort Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18451.1%
Male17648.9%