Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hilburn Drive Academy 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilburn Drive Academy's student population of 590 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilburn Drive Academy 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 Hilburn Drive Academy is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#638 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
21%
25%
White
47%
43%
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
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilburn Drive Academy's ranking?
Hilburn Drive Academy is ranked #638 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hilburn Drive Academy?
590 students attend Hilburn Drive Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hilburn Drive Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilburn Drive Academy?
Hilburn Drive Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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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