Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Expedition School 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 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Expedition School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
The Expedition School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Expedition School 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 The Expedition School is 0.42, 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
#87 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Expedition School's ranking?
The Expedition School is ranked #87 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Expedition School often compared to?
The Expedition Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eno River Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend The Expedition School?
358 students attend The Expedition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of The Expedition School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Expedition School?
The Expedition School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Expedition School offer ?
The Expedition School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Expedition School part of?
The Expedition School is part of The Expedition School District.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2022
Wonderful school. Very hands-on teaching/learning style and nature are incorporated as much as possible. This school is truly run by parents. Teachers have freedom and it''s truly such an asset! There is such peace and grace in each classroom it''s hard to believe it''s a school full of children since these students are so welcoming and well-behaved. TES has kept up with their test scores year to year and when we look at our individual children's progress it truly reflects.
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