Hickory Sun

There were 4,241 students enrolled in Alexander County Schools in the 2023-24 school year, 2.6% less than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

Alexander County Schools roughly covers 11 schools within Alexander County and has a main office in Taylorsville.

Among the 11 schools in Alexander County Schools, Alexander Central High School recorded the highest enrollment of 1,209 students in the 2023-24 school year.

Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state's per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).

Staffing shortages have also become a growing concern, with teacher turnover rising to 11.5% in the most recent school year. Low salaries and high workloads make it difficult to retain experienced educators, potentially increasing class sizes and affecting learning quality.

School	Total Enrollment
Alexander Central High School	1,209
East Alexander Middle School	547
West Alexander Middle School	460
Bethlehem Elementary School	439
Hiddenite Elementary School	353
Wittenburg Elementary School	260
Taylorsville Elementary School	226
Ellendale Elementary School	201
Sugar Loaf Elementary School	193
Stony Point Elementary School	187
Alexander Early College	166