Serving 642 students in grades 6-12, Southern Wake Academy ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Wake Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Wake Academy's student population of 642 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Wake Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Wake Academy is 0.41, which is less 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
#1362 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
5%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country Running, Soccer, Softball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Program
Music Program
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Portfolios
- Internships
- Job Shadowing
- Community Service
- College Prep
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Wake Academy's ranking?
Southern Wake Academy is ranked #1362 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Wake Academy?
The graduation rate of Southern Wake Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southern Wake Academy?
642 students attend Southern Wake Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Southern Wake Academy students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Wake Academy?
Southern Wake Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southern Wake Academy offer ?
Southern Wake Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Southern Wake Academy part of?
Southern Wake Academy is part of Southern Wake Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
A great small public highschool in Fuquay-Varina.
We moved to 5108 Old Powell Road in the summer of 2010.
Stop in and see us.
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