Serving 1,318 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa's student population of 1,318 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is 0.46, 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
#265 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa's ranking?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is ranked #265 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa often compared to?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfais often viewed alongside schools like Greensboro Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
The graduation rate of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is 85-89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
1,318 students attend Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa offer ?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa part of?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is part of Cornerstone Charter Academy School District.
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