Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Shining Rock Classical Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shining Rock Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shining Rock Classical Academy's student population of 616 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Shining Rock Classical 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 Shining Rock Classical Academy is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1162 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
85%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Rock Classical Academy's ranking?
Shining Rock Classical Academy is ranked #1162 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shining Rock Classical Academy often compared to?
Shining Rock Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School, Junaluska Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Shining Rock Classical Academy?
616 students attend Shining Rock Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Shining Rock Classical Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shining Rock Classical Academy?
Shining Rock Classical Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shining Rock Classical Academy offer ?
Shining Rock Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shining Rock Classical Academy part of?
Shining Rock Classical Academy is part of Shining Rock Classical Academy School District.
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