Serving 49 students in grades 5-12, Edgewood Cmty Developmental ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Cmty Developmental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Cmty Developmental's student population of 49 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood Cmty Developmental ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Cmty Developmental is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#988 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
43%
25%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Cmty Developmental's ranking?
Edgewood Cmty Developmental is ranked #988 out of 2,568 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edgewood Cmty Developmental?
The graduation rate of Edgewood Cmty Developmental is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Edgewood Cmty Developmental?
49 students attend Edgewood Cmty Developmental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Edgewood Cmty Developmental students are Black, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Cmty Developmental?
Edgewood Cmty Developmental has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Cmty Developmental offer ?
Edgewood Cmty Developmental offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Edgewood Cmty Developmental part of?
Edgewood Cmty Developmental is part of Wayne County Public Schools School District.
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