Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Shining Rock Classical Academy ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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-9
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shining Rock Classical Academy's student population of 543 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shining Rock Classical Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shining Rock Classical Academy is 0.26, 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
#1162 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Rock Classical Academy's ranking?
Shining Rock Classical Academy is ranked #1162 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shining Rock Classical Academy often compared to?
Shining Rock Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School, Junaluska Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Shining Rock Classical Academy?
543 students attend Shining Rock Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Shining Rock Classical Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shining Rock Classical Academy?
Shining Rock Classical Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shining Rock Classical Academy offer ?
Shining Rock Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Shining Rock Classical Academy part of?
Shining Rock Classical Academy is part of Shining Rock Classical Academy: CFA School District.
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