Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allenbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allenbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Allenbrook Elementary School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Allenbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allenbrook Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1076 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
55%
25%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allenbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Allenbrook Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Allenbrook Elementary School?
276 students attend Allenbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Allenbrook Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allenbrook Elementary School?
Allenbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Allenbrook Elementary School offer ?
Allenbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allenbrook Elementary School part of?
Allenbrook Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Allenbrook Elementary School located?
Allenbrook Elementary School is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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