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How many students were enrolled in Anson County Schools in 2023-24 school year?

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Brian C. Ratliff, Interim Superintendent Anson County Schools | ansonschools.org

Brian C. Ratliff, Interim Superintendent Anson County Schools | ansonschools.org

There were 2,882 students enrolled in Anson County Schools in the 2023-24 school year, 1.5% less than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

Anson County Schools roughly covers nine schools within Anson County and has a main office in Wadesboro.

Among the nine schools in Anson County Schools, Anson High School recorded the highest enrollment of 667 students in the 2023-24 school year.

Despite boasting a favorable teacher-student ratio of 1:15, surpassing the national average, North Carolina's public schools face a significant funding gap. The state's per-student expenditure of $10,519 falls considerably short of the national average of $14,295.

North Carolina's public schools faced a staggering 58.4% surge in vacant teaching positions in the 2021-22 school year, leaving over 5,000 classrooms without qualified instructors.

North Carolina's public schools are facing a significant funding gap, with a per-student expenditure of $10,519 — well below the national average of $14,295.

This financial strain is further compounded by a significant challenge in staffing with a staggering 58.4% surge in vacant teaching positions in the 2021-22 school year, leaving over 5,000 classrooms without qualified instructors.

Enrollment in Anson County Schools Over 10 Years

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Enrollment in Anson County Schools During 2023-24 School Year
SchoolTotal Enrollment
Anson High School667
Peachland-Polkton Elementary School463
Anson Middle School430
Wadesboro Primary School279
Lilesville Elementary School242
Wadesboro Elementary School232
Anson County Early College High216
Morven Elementary School178
Ansonville Elementary School175

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