Serving 1,792 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Uwharrie Charter Academy 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uwharrie Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Uwharrie Charter Academy's student population of 1,792 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Uwharrie Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uwharrie Charter Academy is 0.27, 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
#1321 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uwharrie Charter Academy's ranking?
Uwharrie Charter Academy is ranked #1321 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Uwharrie Charter Academy often compared to?
Uwharrie Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Randolph High School, Randleman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uwharrie Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Uwharrie Charter Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Uwharrie Charter Academy?
1,792 students attend Uwharrie Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Uwharrie Charter Academy students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uwharrie Charter Academy?
Uwharrie Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uwharrie Charter Academy offer ?
Uwharrie Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Uwharrie Charter Academy part of?
Uwharrie Charter Academy is part of Uwharrie Charter Academy School District.
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