Serving 993 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest School Of The Arts's student population of 993 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
993 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest School Of The Arts is 0.69, 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
#327 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragon
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 #327 out of 2,617 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Northwest School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Northwest School Of The Arts?
993 students attend Northwest School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northwest School Of The Arts students are Black, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwest School Of The Arts offer ?
Northwest School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest School Of The Arts part of?
Northwest School Of The Arts is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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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