Serving 961 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rea Farms Steam Academy's student population of 961 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rea Farms Steam Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#125 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rea Farms Steam Academy's ranking?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is ranked #125 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rea Farms Steam Academy often compared to?
Rea Farms Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Telra Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Rea Farms Steam Academy?
961 students attend Rea Farms Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Rea Farms Steam Academy students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rea Farms Steam Academy?
Rea Farms Steam Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rea Farms Steam Academy offer ?
Rea Farms Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rea Farms Steam Academy part of?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Rea Farms Steam Academy located?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is located in the Providence Crossing neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Providence Crossing.
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