Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Oaks 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 17% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Oaks Academy's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Oaks 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 River Oaks Academy is 0.53, 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
#2207 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
65%
25%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 River Oaks Academy's ranking?
River Oaks Academy is ranked #2207 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Oaks Academy often compared to?
River Oaks Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Island Lake Academy, Whitewater Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Academy?
558 students attend River Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of River Oaks Academy students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Oaks Academy?
River Oaks Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Oaks Academy offer ?
River Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Oaks Academy part of?
River Oaks Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
The student/teacher ratio is much too high. There are some truly outstanding teachers however they are spread too thin.
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