Serving 299 students in grades 3-5, Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus's student population of 299 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus is 0.42, 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
#215 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
75%
43%
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
15%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus's ranking?
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus is ranked #215 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus?
299 students attend Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus?
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus offer ?
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus part of?
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus located?
Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus is located in the Dilworth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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