Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Arts Based School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Arts Based School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Arts Based School's student population of 663 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Arts Based School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Arts Based School is 0.57, 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
#691 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Arts Based School's ranking?
The Arts Based School is ranked #691 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Arts Based School often compared to?
The Arts Based Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Downtown School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Arts Based School?
663 students attend The Arts Based School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of The Arts Based School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Arts Based School?
The Arts Based School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Arts Based School offer ?
The Arts Based School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Arts Based School part of?
The Arts Based School is part of Arts Based School District.
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