Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brevard Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brevard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brevard Academy's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brevard Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brevard Academy is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
89%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brevard Academy's ranking?
Brevard Academy is ranked #731 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Brevard Academy often compared to?
Brevard Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Forest Elementary School, Brevard Middle School, Brevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Brevard Academy?
435 students attend Brevard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brevard Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brevard Academy?
Brevard Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brevard Academy offer ?
Brevard Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brevard Academy part of?
Brevard Academy is part of Brevard Academy School District.
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