Serving 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle's student population of 112 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle's ranking?
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle is ranked #619 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle often compared to?
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Martins Creek Elementary/mid by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle?
112 students attend Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle?
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle offer ?
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle part of?
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/middle is part of Cherokee County Schools School District.
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