Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Telra Institute ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telra Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Telra Institute's student population of 551 students has grown by 143% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Telra Institute ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telra Institute 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
#191 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Telra Institute's ranking?
Telra Institute is ranked #191 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Telra Institute often compared to?
Telra Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Rea Farms Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Telra Institute?
551 students attend Telra Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Telra Institute students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Telra Institute?
Telra Institute has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Telra Institute offer ?
Telra Institute offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Telra Institute part of?
Telra Institute is part of Telra Institute School District.
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