Central Academy of Technology and Arts is a public high school located in Monroe, North Carolina, and also Union County's first magnet high school.
Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Central Academy Of Technology And Arts ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The Central Academy of Technology & Arts serves an attendance zone that covers the entire district in Monroe, NC, encompassing approximately 639.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 22.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Academy Of Technology And Arts is 0.63, 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
#7 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥95%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Khaki, Burgundy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Academy Of Technology And Arts's ranking?
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts is ranked #7 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Central Academy Of Technology And Arts often compared to?
Central Academy Of Technology And Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge High School, Union County Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Academy Of Technology And Arts?
The graduation rate of Central Academy Of Technology And Arts is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Central Academy Of Technology And Arts?
875 students attend Central Academy Of Technology And Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Central Academy Of Technology And Arts students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Academy Of Technology And Arts?
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Academy Of Technology And Arts offer ?
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Academy Of Technology And Arts part of?
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts is part of Union County School District.
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