Serving 1,228 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sallie B Howard School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sallie B Howard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sallie B Howard School's student population of 1,228 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Sallie B Howard School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sallie B Howard School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
40%
22%
Black
52%
24%
White
3%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sallie B Howard School's ranking?
Sallie B Howard School is ranked #494 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sallie B Howard School often compared to?
Sallie B Howard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinson-bynum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sallie B Howard School?
1,228 students attend Sallie B Howard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sallie B Howard School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sallie B Howard School?
Sallie B Howard School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sallie B Howard School offer ?
Sallie B Howard School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sallie B Howard School part of?
Sallie B Howard School is part of Sallie B Howard School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Lack of staff organization and below average education. While focus on the arts is recognized, there should be a higher academic standard and more staff professionalism involved.
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