Serving 851 students in grades 6-12, Cochrane Collegiate Academy ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cochrane Collegiate Academy's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Cochrane Collegiate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cochrane Collegiate Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
67%
21%
Black
27%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cochrane Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy is ranked #2458 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cochrane Collegiate Academy often compared to?
Cochrane Collegiate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Albemarle Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cochrane Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Cochrane Collegiate Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cochrane Collegiate Academy?
851 students attend Cochrane Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cochrane Collegiate Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cochrane Collegiate Academy?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cochrane Collegiate Academy offer ?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cochrane Collegiate Academy part of?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cochrane Collegiate Academy located?
Cochrane Collegiate Academy is located in the Oak Forest neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Forest.
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