Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dillard Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dillard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dillard Academy's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Motto
To positively provide a safe and quality education with high expectations so that we can excel and grow!
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Dillard Academy 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 Dillard Academy is 0.19, 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
#2034 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
90%
24%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringFootball
Tennis
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
CASTLES 21st Century Community Learning Center and Dropout Prevention Afterschool ProgramsCommunity Garden
DAA Licensed Child CareDSS Licensed Afterschool
Girl Scouts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillard Academy's ranking?
Dillard Academy is ranked #2034 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dillard Academy often compared to?
Dillard Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dillard Academy?
261 students attend Dillard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dillard Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillard Academy?
Dillard Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dillard Academy offer ?
Dillard Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dillard Academy part of?
Dillard Academy is part of Dillard Academy School District.
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