Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Druid Hills 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 5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Druid Hills Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Druid Hills Academy's student population of 299 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Druid Hills 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 Druid Hills Academy is 0.34, 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
#2553 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
80%
25%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Druid Hills Academy's ranking?
Druid Hills Academy is ranked #2553 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Druid Hills Academy?
299 students attend Druid Hills Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Druid Hills Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Druid Hills Academy?
Druid Hills Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Druid Hills Academy offer ?
Druid Hills Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Druid Hills Academy part of?
Druid Hills Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Druid Hills Academy located?
Druid Hills Academy is located in the Druid Hills North neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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