Serving 977 students in grades 6-8, Dillard Drive Middle 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 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dillard Drive Middle School's student population of 977 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
977 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Dillard Drive Middle 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 Middle School is 0.71, which is less 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
#1668 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillard Drive Middle School's ranking?
Dillard Drive Middle School is ranked #1668 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dillard Drive Middle School often compared to?
Dillard Drive Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Middle School, Reedy Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dillard Drive Middle School?
977 students attend Dillard Drive Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dillard Drive Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillard Drive Middle School?
Dillard Drive Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dillard Drive Middle School offer ?
Dillard Drive Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillard Drive Middle School part of?
Dillard Drive Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Dillard Drive Middle School located?
Dillard Drive Middle 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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