Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maureen Joy Charter 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 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maureen Joy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Maureen Joy Charter School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maureen Joy Charter 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 Maureen Joy Charter School is 0.52, 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
#2163 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
61%
20%
Black
34%
25%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
76%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maureen Joy Charter School's ranking?
Maureen Joy Charter School is ranked #2163 out of 2,617 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Maureen Joy Charter School?
611 students attend Maureen Joy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Maureen Joy Charter School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maureen Joy Charter School?
Maureen Joy Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maureen Joy Charter School offer ?
Maureen Joy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Maureen Joy Charter School part of?
Maureen Joy Charter School is part of Maureen Joy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Maureen Joy Charter School located?
Maureen Joy Charter School is located in the Y E Smith neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Y E Smith.
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