Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Isaac Dickson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ISAAC DICKSON ELEMENTARY's attendance zone covers the entire district in Asheville, NC, encompassing approximately 22.3 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isaac Dickson Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Isaac Dickson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isaac Dickson Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#921 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac Dickson Elementary School's ranking?
Isaac Dickson Elementary School is ranked #921 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Isaac Dickson Elementary School often compared to?
Isaac Dickson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claxton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Isaac Dickson Elementary School?
390 students attend Isaac Dickson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Isaac Dickson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isaac Dickson Elementary School?
Isaac Dickson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Isaac Dickson Elementary School offer ?
Isaac Dickson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isaac Dickson Elementary School part of?
Isaac Dickson Elementary School is part of Asheville City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Isaac Dickson Elementary School located?
Isaac Dickson Elementary School is located in the Montford Area Historic District neighborhood of Asheville, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Montford Area Historic District.
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