Serving 775 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Peak Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peak Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peak Charter Academy's student population of 775 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Peak Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peak Charter Academy is 0.70, 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
#100 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Peak Charter Academy's ranking?
Peak Charter Academy is ranked #100 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Peak Charter Academy often compared to?
Peak Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Math And Science Academy, Pine Springs Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Peak Charter Academy?
775 students attend Peak Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Peak Charter Academy students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peak Charter Academy?
Peak Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peak Charter Academy offer ?
Peak Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peak Charter Academy part of?
Peak Charter Academy is part of Peak Charter Academy School District.
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