Iredell-Statesville Schools

The Iredell-Statesville Schools district in North Carolina consists of 38 schools, including 17 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, 9 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. The district as a whole is ranked 119th out of 242 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Within the district, there are several standout schools that excel academically. Woodland Heights Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, while The Brawley School is one of the top-performing middle schools. At the high school level, Crossroads Arts Sciences Early College and Collaborative College for Technology are both high-achieving institutions. However, the district also has several low-performing schools, particularly among the high schools and alternative schools, that struggle with very low proficiency rates.

The data reveals significant disparities across the district in terms of student demographics, free and reduced lunch rates, and spending per student. Schools with higher poverty and minority populations tend to have lower academic performance, suggesting equity issues that need to be addressed. The alternative schools in the district, while serving important roles, also have very low proficiency rates, indicating a need to reevaluate the educational approaches and support provided at these schools.