Dillard Drive Middle

Summary:

Dillard Drive Middle is a public middle school in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving around 970 students in grades 6-8 and part of the Wake County Schools district.

Dillard Drive Middle has a diverse student population, with 40.21% White, 24.54% African American, 25.98% Hispanic, 4.33% Asian, and 4.85% two or more races. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by End-of-Grade (EOG) test proficiency rates, is generally lower than the Wake County Schools and North Carolina averages across various subjects and grade levels. For instance, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in Mathematics ranged from 41.5% for 8th grade to 48.5% for 6th grade, compared to 58.7% and 66.7% for Wake County Schools, respectively. Dillard Drive Middle's statewide ranking among North Carolina middle schools has fluctuated, ranging from 356th out of 741 schools in 2020-2021 to 449th out of 784 schools in 2022-2023.

Interestingly, Dillard Drive Middle's academic performance lags behind several nearby magnet schools, such as Ligon Middle, Oberlin Middle, and Moore Square Middle, which consistently rank higher in the state and have higher proficiency rates in core subjects. Additionally, the nearby Connections Academy, a public school with only 21 students, has significantly lower academic performance compared to Dillard Drive Middle and the other nearby schools.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 5200 Dillard Drive
       Raleigh, NC  27606


(919) 233-4228

District: Wake County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
425th of 793 North Carolina Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,594 Help


Students who attend Dillard Drive Middle usually attend:

High:    Athens Drive High
    Wake Early College of Health and Science
    Wake STEM Early College High School
    Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
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Feeder schools for Dillard Drive Middle:

Elementary:    Dillard Drive Elementary
    Oak Grove Elementary
    Penny Road Elementary
    Swift Creek Elementary
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Student/teacher ratio:  14.8 Help
Number of students:  970

Racial breakdown:

White:
40.2%
Hispanic:
26.0%
African American:
24.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  50.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Dillard Drive Middle ranks worse than 53.6% of middle schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 26th among 38 ranked middle schools in the Wake County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 46.58. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Dillard Drive Middle is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (40.2%), Hispanic (26%), African American (24.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 50.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dillard Drive Middle is 14.8, which is the 15th best among 38 middle schools in the Wake County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Dillard Drive Middle is $8,594. 28 middle schools in the Wake County Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dillard Drive Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Dillard Drive Middle 425th of 793 North Carolina public middle schools. (See Dillard Drive Middle in the ranking list.)

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Wake County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Wake County Schools 59th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Dillard Drive Middle

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Rank History for all students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 82.23 61st 598 89.8%
2007 74.57 117th 606 80.7%
2008 71.17 165th 620 73.4%
2009 61.22 284th 630 54.9%
2010 60.20 305th 640 52.3%
2011 63.41 266th 648 59.0%
2012 63.98 267th 662 59.7%
2013 64.64 198th 673 70.6%
2014 56.46 254th 627 59.5%
2015 61.14 264th 705 62.6%
2016 62.09 253rd 692 63.4%
2017 60.93 267th 694 61.5%
2018 54.97 327th 691 52.7%
2019 44.98 419th 737 43.1%
2021 49.54 356th 741 52.0%
2022 42.80 444th 786 43.5%
2023 41.16 449th 784 42.7%
2024 46.58 425th 793 46.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.96 75th 221 66.1%
2019 49.87 110th 237 53.6%
2021 43.07 135th 248 45.6%
2022 39.50 176th 283 37.8%
2023 42.55 182nd 302 39.7%
2024 51.38 146th 306 52.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.27 124th 151 17.9%
2019 30.01 161st 211 23.7%
2021 37.67 144th 236 39.0%
2022 33.92 212th 312 32.1%
2023 16.57 313th 318 1.6%
2024 27.99 282nd 356 20.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 28.37 357th 473 24.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.17 402nd 604 33.4%
2019 26.38 521st 639 18.5%
2021 29.76 465th 633 26.5%
2022 20.81 597th 689 13.4%
2023 16.14 672nd 735 8.6%
2024 26.29 598th 743 19.5%
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Rank History for Homeless students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 46.38 6th 12 50.0%
2022 37.93 26th 37 29.7%
2023 25.74 43rd 50 14.0%
2024 44.23 31st 50 38.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.34 384th 656 41.5%
2019 40.75 437th 684 36.1%
2021 48.38 346th 706 51.0%
2022 41.58 428th 733 41.6%
2023 39.97 436th 731 40.4%
2024 42.49 426th 738 42.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.84 275th 475 42.1%
2019 47.90 224th 504 55.6%
2021 44.67 230th 478 51.9%
2022 19.59 423rd 449 5.8%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 70.50 67th 416 83.9%
2021 66.74 151st 448 66.3%
2022 58.93 212th 450 52.9%
2023 57.31 242nd 452 46.5%
2024 68.30 106th 461 77.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.83 277th 665 58.3%
2019 45.62 394th 697 43.5%
2021 49.42 336th 711 52.7%
2022 42.27 434th 748 42.0%
2023 39.96 445th 747 40.4%
2024 48.15 383rd 751 49.0%
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Rank History for Asian students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.83 47th 95 50.5%
2019 39.33 77th 102 24.5%
2021 32.62 70th 99 29.3%
2022 51.96 60th 109 45.0%
2023 51.73 63rd 110 42.7%
2024 33.01 79th 110 28.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.28 242nd 494 51.0%
2019 42.15 305th 519 41.2%
2021 47.02 233rd 533 56.3%
2022 26.10 451st 550 18.0%
2023 24.25 465th 559 16.8%
2024 34.64 372nd 560 33.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.56 375th 472 20.6%
2019 16.50 457th 493 7.3%
2021 21.00 457th 522 12.5%
2022 23.97 448th 541 17.2%
2023 13.02 529th 553 4.3%
2024 19.22 502nd 564 11.0%
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Rank History for White students at Dillard Drive Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.54 97th 596 83.7%
2019 70.48 169th 624 72.9%
2021 76.85 123rd 632 80.5%
2022 68.11 189th 658 71.3%
2023 66.84 202nd 656 69.2%
2024 74.09 151st 652 76.8%
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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Open Quote Both of my children attended Dillard Drive Middle - my daughter is currently an 8th grader. A lot of positive changes have happened in the last 4 years since our new principal, Ms. Rodgers, came to our school. Her goals have been to help the students who need help, challenge the students who need challenging, and keep everyone moving UP and progressing. There are some great teachers at DDMS - really motivated and they make learning fun for the kids. I think Dillard gets a bad reputation because of a few "bad apples", but there will always be some kids who make trouble - no matter which school you go to, public or private. Our overall experience has been very positive, especially these past three years for my daughter. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, November 24, 2014

Open Quote My family and I relocated from New Jersey to Cary for my work. We do not live near this school and no one else in our development goes there, however we were assigned to it. I think it is important for people relocating to know of this school. Students have been trying to steal from my daughter multiple times. My daughter tells me she sees children smoke right outside the building and use fowl language constantly. We requested a transfer to Apex but have been denied. My daughter just has this year to finish out then high school. My son will not be going to this school. I would avoid this school if possible. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Dillard Drive Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2000 421 133 23 21 2 n/a n/a 0 600
2001 671 255 45 62 2 n/a n/a 0 1035
2002 686 284 41 30 2 n/a n/a 0 1043
2003 686 284 41 30 2 n/a n/a 0 1043
2004 686 308 33 46 5 n/a n/a 0 1078
2005 646 312 39 47 3 n/a n/a 0 1047
2006 572 294 38 67 4 n/a n/a 0 975
2007 558 273 37 110 2 n/a n/a 35 1015
2008 609 316 38 163 3 n/a n/a 43 1172
2009 552 400 49 166 2 n/a n/a 0 1169
2010 603 359 59 146 4 n/a n/a 0 1171
2011 614 295 42 172 3 0 44 0 1170
2012 649 305 39 193 3 0 40 0 1229
2013 500 293 36 208 4 0 34 0 1075
2014 487 343 39 213 2 3 41 0 1128
2015 457 341 33 237 1 2 47 0 1118
2016 476 311 40 255 1 2 50 0 1135
2017 462 295 45 301 3 1 45 0 1152
2018 460 268 43 299 3 1 33 0 1107
2019 456 259 39 328 2 0 41 0 1125
2020 430 250 41 296 3 1 36 0 1057
2021 394 261 40 297 1 1 39 0 1033
2022 374 261 34 277 2 1 54 0 1003
2023 390 238 42 252 0 1 47 0 970

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dillard Drive Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 600 50.0 12.0 92.2
2001 1035 62.0 16.7 20.5
2002 1043 65.0 16.0 24.4
2003 1043 65.0 16.0 24.4
2004 1078 65.0 16.6 29.6
2005 1047 67.0 15.6 30.9
2006 975 67.0 14.6 30.8
2007 1015 64.3 15.8 36.9
2008 1172 73.2 16.0 n/a
2009 1169 74.7 15.6 n/a
2010 1171 68.5 17.0 39.4
2011 1170 68.8 16.9 38.4
2012 1229 74.5 16.4 39
2013 1075 66.0 16.2 46.8
2014 1128 69.0 16.3 47.3
2015 1118 68.0 16.4 52
2016 1135 66.0 17.1 52.1
2017 1152 66.0 17.4 50.8
2018 1107 65.5 16.9 49.5
2019 1125 66.0 17.0 49.7
2020 1057 65.5 16.1 45.7
2021 1033 65.5 15.7 42.6
2022 1003 67.0 14.9 36.6
2023 970 65.5 14.8 50.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Dillard Drive Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 600 50.0 12.0 92.2
2001 1035 62.0 16.7 20.5
2002 1043 65.0 16.0 24.4
2003 1043 65.0 16.0 24.4
2004 1078 65.0 16.6 29.6
2005 1047 67.0 15.6 30.9
2006 975 67.0 14.6 30.8
2007 1015 64.3 15.8 36.9
2008 1172 73.2 16.0 n/a
2009 1169 74.7 15.6 n/a
2010 1171 68.5 17.0 39.4
2011 1170 68.8 16.9 38.4
2012 1229 74.5 16.4 39
2013 1075 66.0 16.2 46.8
2014 1128 69.0 16.3 47.3
2015 1118 68.0 16.4 52
2016 1135 66.0 17.1 52.1
2017 1152 66.0 17.4 50.8
2018 1107 65.5 16.9 49.5
2019 1125 66.0 17.0 49.7
2020 1057 65.5 16.1 45.7
2021 1033 65.5 15.7 42.6
2022 1003 67.0 14.9 36.6
2023 970 65.5 14.8 50.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Dillard Drive Middle

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $467 (5.4%) $8,126 (94.6%) $8,594

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Dillard Drive Middle

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 419th of 737 Middle schoolsRanks 449th of 784 Middle schools
 0.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Mathematics (Dillard Drive Middle)54.150
 4.1%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)66.163.8
 2.3%
   6th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)58.852.3
 6.5%
6th Grade Reading (Dillard Drive Middle)54.248.5
 5.7%
   6th Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)67.861.6
 6.2%
   6th Grade Reading (North Carolina)6049.3
 10.7%
7th Grade Mathematics (Dillard Drive Middle)5540.1
 14.9%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)6662.3
 3.7%
   7th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)58.450.1
 8.3%
7th Grade Reading (Dillard Drive Middle)54.743.8
 10.9%
   7th Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)67.361.6
 5.7%
   7th Grade Reading (North Carolina)58.850.2
 8.6%
8th Grade Mathematics (Dillard Drive Middle)44.833.7
 11.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)59.657
 2.6%
   8th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)52.644.8
 7.8%
8th Grade Reading (Dillard Drive Middle)55.646.9
 8.7%
   8th Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)64.860.9
 3.9%
   8th Grade Reading (North Carolina)55.651
 4.6%
8th Grade Science (Dillard Drive Middle)7363.6
 9.4%
   8th Grade Science (Wake County Schools)82.476.3
 6.1%
   8th Grade Science (North Carolina)78.670.3
 8.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students1125970
 13.8%
African American259238
 8.1%
American Indian20
 100%
Asian3942
 7.7%
Hispanic328252
 23.2%
Pacific Islander01
White456390
 14.5%
Two or More Races4147
 14.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients49.7%50.4%
 0.7%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dillard Drive Middle

Students who attend Dillard Drive Middle usually go on to attend Athens Drive High

Dillard Drive Middle ranks 425th of 793 North Carolina middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 970 students attended Dillard Drive Middle.

Students at Dillard Drive Middle are 40% White, 26% Hispanic, 25% African American, 5% Two or more races, 4% Asian.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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