Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Dilworth Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dilworth Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dilworth Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)25-29%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
69%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dilworth Elementary School often compared to?
Dilworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus, Sedgefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Dilworth Elementary School?
411 students attend Dilworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dilworth Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dilworth Elementary School?
Dilworth Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dilworth Elementary School offer ?
Dilworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dilworth Elementary School part of?
Dilworth Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Dilworth Elementary School located?
Dilworth Elementary School is located in the Ashbrook Clawson Village neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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