Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Arts Based School 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Arts Based School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Arts Based School's student population of 579 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Arts Based School 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 The Arts Based School is 0.52, 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
#691 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
17%
25%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Arts Based School's ranking?
The Arts Based School is ranked #691 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Arts Based School often compared to?
The Arts Based Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Downtown School by visitors of our site.
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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Arts Based School?
579 students attend The Arts Based School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of The Arts Based School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Arts Based School?
The Arts Based School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Arts Based School offer ?
The Arts Based School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Arts Based School part of?
The Arts Based School is part of Arts Based School District.
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