Serving 3,494 students in grades 9-12, Ardrey Kell High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardrey Kell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ardrey Kell High School's student population of 3,494 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardrey Kell High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardrey Kell High School is 0.68, 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
#32 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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 Ardrey Kell High School's ranking?
Ardrey Kell High School is ranked #32 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ardrey Kell High School often compared to?
Ardrey Kell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Providence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ardrey Kell High School?
The graduation rate of Ardrey Kell High School is 97%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ardrey Kell High School?
3,494 students attend Ardrey Kell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ardrey Kell High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardrey Kell High School?
Ardrey Kell High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ardrey Kell High School offer ?
Ardrey Kell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ardrey Kell High School part of?
Ardrey Kell High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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