Serving 405 students in grades 3-8, Magellan Charter ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magellan Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Magellan Charter's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magellan Charter ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magellan Charter is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
1%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magellan Charter's ranking?
Magellan Charter is ranked #45 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Magellan Charter often compared to?
Magellan Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Quest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Magellan Charter?
405 students attend Magellan Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Magellan Charter students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magellan Charter?
Magellan Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magellan Charter offer ?
Magellan Charter offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Magellan Charter part of?
Magellan Charter is part of Magellan Charter School District.
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