Needs Improvement
#2619 of 2,648 schools in NC
North Graham Elementary
Elementary School · Alamance-Burlington Schools
1025 Trollinger Road, Graham, NC 27253
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,619 of 2,648
In Graham
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#33 of 36
Alamance-Burlington Schools
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North Graham Elementary
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About North Graham Elementary
North Graham Elementary is a public elementary school in Graham, NC, part of Alamance-Burlington Schools. North Graham Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Graham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,619 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for North Graham Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at North Graham Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Graham Elementary — Students at North Graham Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How North Graham Elementary Compares
See how North Graham Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1025 Trollinger Road, Graham, NC 27253
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Graham Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alamance Community School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Haw River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Graham Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Graham, see our Graham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Graham High Graham | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| R Homer Andrews Elementary Burlington | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Graham Middle Graham | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| ABSS Early College at ACC Graham | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Broadview Middle Burlington | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Hugh M Cummings High Burlington | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Ray Street Academy Graham | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Haw River Elementary Haw River | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Alamance Community School Haw River | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| South Graham Elementary Graham | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| POSITIVE DAY SCHOOL Burlington | 2.2 mi | — |
| River Mill Academy Graham | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Eastlawn Elementary Burlington | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Harvey R Newlin Elementary Burlington | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Alexander Wilson Elementary Graham | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Alamance Virtual School Burlington | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BURLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burlington | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Burlington | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Walter M Williams High Burlington | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Southern Alamance Middle Graham | 5.3 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,020
Median Home Value
$212,300
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
32,688
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| R Freeman Sch of Engineering Wilmington, NC | 2.5 |
| Dole Elementary Salisbury, NC | 2.6 |
| Southwest Primary Hickory, NC | 2.6 |
| Williford Elementary Rocky Mount, NC | 2.6 |
| Mariam Boyd Elementary Warrenton, NC | 2.7 |
| North Hills Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Graham Elementary
What grades does North Graham Elementary serve?
North Graham Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Graham Elementary?
North Graham Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Graham Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Graham Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Graham Elementary rank in NC?
North Graham Elementary ranks #2,619 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is North Graham Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Graham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Graham Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Graham Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Graham Elementary a charter school?
No, North Graham Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Graham Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Graham Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Graham Elementary?
99.2% of students at North Graham Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alamance County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (336) 578-2272
Resources & Links
District
Alamance-Burlington Schools- District Enrollment
- 22,477
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,925
- District Rank
- #33 of 36
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