📊 Data: NCES CCD 2024–2025·🔄 Updated: May 2026·Editorial standards
📍 Alamance-Burlington, NC · Alamance County

School District for
Zip Code 27202

Alamance-Burlington Schools · Grades Pre-K – 13

3
out of 10 Rating Below Average
State reading & math tests (NC EOG 2024–25) · 20th percentile in NC
▲ Improving — up 3 points since 2021–22
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Can I rent in Alamance-Burlington and still attend schools in this district?
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the Alamance-Burlington Schools boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the Alamance-Burlington Schools rating compare to other districts in NC?
The Alamance-Burlington Schools has an overall rating of 3/10 (Below Average) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in NC page to compare with other districts statewide.
School District · Alamance-Burlington, NC
Alamance-Burlington Schools
📍 Alamance County, NC · Zip Code 27202
3/10
Rating
22,489
Students
36
Schools
Pre-K – 13
Grade Span
Below Average About this district: Public school district serving Alamance-Burlington, NC
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 13
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
1712 Vaughn Road, Burlington, NC 27217
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District Type
Public School District
Assigned Schools for Zip 27202
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Alamance-Burlington Schools37 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (20)
  • Audrey W. Garrett Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 785 students
  • Elon Elementary — Grades K–5 · 689 students
  • Highland Elementary — Grades K–5 · 661 students
  • Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary — Grades K–5 · 623 students
  • Alexander Wilson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 609 students
  • Hillcrest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 556 students
  • Marvin B Smith Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 556 students
  • Eastlawn Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 528 students
  • South Graham Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 518 students
  • South Mebane Elementary — Grades K–5 · 506 students
  • Edwin M Holt Elementary — Grades K–5 · 505 students
  • R Homer Andrews Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 498 students
  • Harvey R Newlin Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 491 students
  • Haw River Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 490 students
  • Grove Park Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 437 students
  • North Graham Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 362 students
  • B. Everett Jordan Elementary — Grades K–5 · 338 students
  • E M Yoder Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 336 students
  • Sylvan Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 298 students
  • Pleasant Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 271 students
📚 Middle Schools (7)
  • Hawfields Middle — Grades 6–8 · 864 students
  • Western Alamance Middle — Grades 6–8 · 837 students
  • Southern Alamance Middle — Grades 6–8 · 822 students
  • Turrentine Middle — Grades 6–8 · 739 students
  • Woodlawn Middle — Grades 6–8 · 633 students
  • Graham Middle — Grades 6–8 · 553 students
  • Broadview Middle — Grades 6–8 · 512 students
🎓 High Schools (8)
  • Walter M Williams High — Grades 9–12 · 1,206 students
  • Southern Alamance High — Grades 9–12 · 1,148 students
  • Western Alamance High — Grades 9–12 · 1,138 students
  • Southeast Alamance High — Grades 9–12 · 1,079 students
  • Eastern Alamance High — Grades 9–12 · 952 students
  • Graham High — Grades 9–12 · 828 students
  • Hugh M Cummings High — Grades 9–12 · 807 students
  • ABSS Early College at ACC — Grades 9 · 247 students
🏠 Other Schools (2)
  • Alamance Virtual School — Grades 6–12 · 203 students
  • Ray Street Academy — Grades 6–12 · 36 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Elementary Schools
Pre-K – 5th Grade
Contact Alamance-Burlington Schools for your specific school assignment within zip code 27202.
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District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricAlamance-Burlington SchoolsNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment22,4893,700↑ Larger than avg
Number of Schools376Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$10,280/yr$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating3/10 — Below AverageBelow average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
🏠 Is your address in this district?
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Alamance-Burlington Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 38.8% · Math proficiency: 44.9% · Combined average: 41.8%
Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 20th percentile3/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Alamance-Burlington Schools serve?
Alamance-Burlington Schools serves students from Pre-K – 13. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 27202. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Alamance-Burlington Schools?
You can reach Alamance-Burlington Schools via phone: (336)570-6060 or website: www.abss.k12.nc.us. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 27202.
Is Alamance-Burlington Schools a public school district?
Alamance-Burlington Schools is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 27202, contact Alamance-Burlington Schools directly.

About Alamance-Burlington Schools

Families in zip code 27202 (Alamance-Burlington, North Carolina) are assigned to Alamance-Burlington Schools for public education through 13. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.

Funding and Resources

Alamance-Burlington Schools spent $10,280 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), roughly in line with North Carolina’s statewide $10,300 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 1,894 students, an estimated 84% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).

District Scale and Program Breadth

With 37 schools serving approximately 22,489 students across grades Pre-K – 13, Alamance-Burlington Schools is a large district. Contact Alamance-Burlington Schools to learn about available programs and services.

Understanding the 3/10 Rating

SchoolDistrictFinder rates Alamance-Burlington Schools 4 out of 10 — below average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Alamance-Burlington Schools carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical North Carolina benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27202

Children in zip code 27202 are assigned to Alamance-Burlington Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27202, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Alamance-Burlington Schools at (336)570-6060 or visit www.abss.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Alamance-Burlington

Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Alamance-Burlington Schools serves zip code 27202, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 27202. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Alamance-Burlington Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27202.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Alamance-Burlington Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27202 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating3/10
GradeBelow Average
Grades ServedPre-K – 13
District TypePublic School District
Total Students
Total Schools37
Per-Pupil Spending$10,280/yr
Phone(336)570-6060
Data SourceNCES 2024