Serving 419 students in grades 6-12, Bear Grass Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Grass Charter School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bear Grass Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Grass Charter School is 0.15, 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
#738 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 Bear Grass Charter School's ranking?
Bear Grass Charter School is ranked #738 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bear Grass Charter School often compared to?
Bear Grass Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Creek High School, Riverside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear Grass Charter School?
The graduation rate of Bear Grass Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bear Grass Charter School?
419 students attend Bear Grass Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bear Grass Charter School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Grass Charter School?
Bear Grass Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Grass Charter School offer ?
Bear Grass Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bear Grass Charter School part of?
Bear Grass Charter School is part of Bear Grass Charter School District.
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