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Clarkton School Of Discovery

10000 North College Street
Clarkton, NC 28433
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 185 students in grades 5-8, Clarkton School Of Discovery ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clarkton School Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Clarkton School Of Discovery's student population of 185 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

School Rankings

Clarkton School Of Discovery ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkton School Of Discovery is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1366 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
47%
51%
48%
50%
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
46%
25%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clarkton School Of Discovery's ranking?
Clarkton School Of Discovery is ranked #1366 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Clarkton School Of Discovery?
185 students attend Clarkton School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Clarkton School Of Discovery students are Black, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkton School Of Discovery?
Clarkton School Of Discovery has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clarkton School Of Discovery offer ?
Clarkton School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarkton School Of Discovery part of?
Clarkton School Of Discovery is part of Bladen County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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