Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-12, Northwest School Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest School Of The Arts's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest School Of The Arts is 0.66, 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
#452 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
45%
25%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest School Of The Arts's ranking?
Northwest School Of The Arts is ranked #452 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Northwest School Of The Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northwest School Of The Arts?
1,039 students attend Northwest School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northwest School Of The Arts students are Black, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest School Of The Arts?
Northwest School Of The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest School Of The Arts offer ?
Northwest School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Northwest School Of The Arts part of?
Northwest School Of The Arts is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest School Of The Arts located?
Northwest School Of The Arts is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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