Old Main Stream

The Old Main Stream area is home to a single standout elementary public charter school, Old Main STREAM Academy, which serves grades K-6 with a total enrollment of 280 students. This school consistently outperforms the state averages in North Carolina across multiple grade levels and subject areas, including mathematics, reading, and science, with an impressive 6th-grade mathematics proficiency rate of 76.7% compared to the state average of 54.3%.

What makes Old Main STREAM Academy truly unique is its diverse student population, with a majority of Native American students (86.79%) and a relatively small percentage of White (0.71%), African American (0.36%), and Asian (0.36%) students. Despite this racial diversity, the school maintains exceptional academic performance, challenging the common assumption that diversity is a barrier to achievement. Additionally, the school serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with 36.43% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, yet it continues to deliver exceptional educational outcomes.

Old Main STREAM Academy has consistently ranked in the top third of North Carolina elementary schools, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three school years. The school's stable and effective educational program has allowed it to maintain high academic standards year after year, making it a standout institution in the Old Main Stream area.