Serving 262 students in grades 6-8, The Innovation Academy At South Campus ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Innovation Academy At South Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Innovation Academy At South Campus's student population of 262 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The Innovation Academy At South Campus ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Innovation Academy At South Campus is 0.66, 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
#367 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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 The Innovation Academy At South Campus's ranking?
The Innovation Academy At South Campus is ranked #367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Innovation Academy At South Campus often compared to?
The Innovation Academy At South Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Innovation Academy At South Campus?
262 students attend The Innovation Academy At South Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of The Innovation Academy At South Campus students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Innovation Academy At South Campus?
The Innovation Academy At South Campus has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Innovation Academy At South Campus offer ?
The Innovation Academy At South Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Innovation Academy At South Campus part of?
The Innovation Academy At South Campus is part of Johnston County School District.
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