Marjorie Williams Academy

Serving 110 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Marjorie Williams Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marjorie Williams Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Marjorie Williams Academy's student population of 110 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar

School Rankings

Marjorie Williams Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marjorie Williams Academy is 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1065 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(21-22)
50-59%
51%
50-54%
50%
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
(20-21)
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marjorie Williams Academy's ranking?
Marjorie Williams Academy is ranked #1065 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marjorie Williams Academy?
The graduation rate of Marjorie Williams Academy is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Marjorie Williams Academy?
110 students attend Marjorie Williams Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Marjorie Williams Academy students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marjorie Williams Academy?
Marjorie Williams Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marjorie Williams Academy offer ?
Marjorie Williams Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie Williams Academy part of?
Marjorie Williams Academy is part of Marjorie Williams Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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