Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Oaks 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 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Oaks Academy's student population of 609 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Oaks 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 River Oaks Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2313 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
67%
25%
White
5%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Oaks Academy's ranking?
River Oaks Academy is ranked #2313 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Oaks Academy often compared to?
River Oaks Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Island Lake Academy, Whitewater Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Academy?
609 students attend River Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of River Oaks Academy students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Oaks Academy?
River Oaks Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Oaks Academy offer ?
River Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Oaks Academy part of?
River Oaks Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is River Oaks Academy located?
River Oaks Academy is located in the Harwood Lane neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
The student/teacher ratio is much too high. There are some truly outstanding teachers however they are spread too thin.
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