Central Carolina Academy serves 536 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Carolina Academy's student population of 536 students has grown by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 105% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Carolina Academy is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Carolina Academy?
536 students attend Central Carolina Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central Carolina Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Carolina Academy?
Central Carolina Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Carolina Academy offer ?
Central Carolina Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Central Carolina Academy part of?
Central Carolina Academy is part of Central Carolina Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Carolina Academy located?
Central Carolina Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Sanford, NC.
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