Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph W Grier Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph W Grier Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph W Grier Academy's student population of 693 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph W Grier Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph W Grier Academy is 0.62, 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
#2037 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
42%
25%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
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 Joseph W Grier Academy's ranking?
Joseph W Grier Academy is ranked #2037 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Joseph W Grier Academy often compared to?
Joseph W Grier Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Newell Elementary School, United Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Joseph W Grier Academy?
693 students attend Joseph W Grier Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joseph W Grier Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph W Grier Academy?
Joseph W Grier Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph W Grier Academy offer ?
Joseph W Grier Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph W Grier Academy part of?
Joseph W Grier Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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