Serving 853 students in grades Kindergarten-12, The Capitol Encore 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 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Capitol Encore Academy's student population of 853 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
853 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Capitol Encore Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Capitol Encore Academy is 0.69, 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
#1962 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
46%
24%
White
24%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hayes The Chameleon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Capitol Encore Academy's ranking?
The Capitol Encore Academy is ranked #1962 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Capitol Encore Academy often compared to?
The Capitol Encore Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Capitol Encore Academy?
853 students attend The Capitol Encore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of The Capitol Encore Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Capitol Encore Academy?
The Capitol Encore Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Capitol Encore Academy offer ?
The Capitol Encore Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Capitol Encore Academy part of?
The Capitol Encore Academy is part of The Capitol Encore Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Capitol Encore Academy located?
The Capitol Encore Academy is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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