Serving 693 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science 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 Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science is 0.65, 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
#758 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
17%
25%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
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 Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science's ranking?
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science is ranked #758 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science often compared to?
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Troutman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science?
693 students attend Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science students are White, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science?
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science offer ?
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science part of?
Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts &science is part of Iredell Charter Academy Of Arts & Scienc School District.
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