Serving 43 students in grades 6-12, The Oaks 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Oaks Academy's student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Oaks 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 Oaks Academy is 0.17, 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
#2468 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
22%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
45-49%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
Showing 2005–2016. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Oaks Academy's ranking?
The Oaks Academy is ranked #2468 out of 2,617 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Oaks Academy?
The graduation rate of The Oaks Academy is 45-49%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend The Oaks Academy?
43 students attend The Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of The Oaks Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Oaks Academy?
The Oaks Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Oaks Academy offer ?
The Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Oaks Academy part of?
The Oaks Academy is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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