Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dillard Drive Elementary School 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 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dillard Drive Elementary serves the southwest part of Raleigh, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.4 miles, with the furthest point being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dillard Drive Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Dillard Drive Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dillard Drive Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1988 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
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Hispanic
25%
22%
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Black
28%
24%
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White
36%
42%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillard Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Dillard Drive Elementary School is ranked #1988 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dillard Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Dillard Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yates Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dillard Drive Elementary School?
648 students attend Dillard Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dillard Drive Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillard Drive Elementary School?
Dillard Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dillard Drive Elementary School offer ?
Dillard Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillard Drive Elementary School part of?
Dillard Drive Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Dillard Drive Elementary School located?
Dillard Drive Elementary School is located in the Southwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 9 other public schools located in Southwest Raleigh.
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