Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hilburn Drive Academy 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 46% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilburn Drive Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hilburn Drive Academy's student population of 671 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilburn Drive Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilburn Drive Academy is 0.69, 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
#776 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilburn Drive Academy's ranking?
Hilburn Drive Academy is ranked #776 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hilburn Drive Academy often compared to?
Hilburn Drive Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Leesville Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Hilburn Drive Academy?
671 students attend Hilburn Drive Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hilburn Drive Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilburn Drive Academy?
Hilburn Drive Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilburn Drive Academy offer ?
Hilburn Drive Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hilburn Drive Academy part of?
Hilburn Drive Academy is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hilburn Drive Academy located?
Hilburn Drive Academy is located in the Northwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Raleigh.
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