Serving 62 students in grades 6-12, Thomas 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 11-19% (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 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Academy's student population of 62 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Motto
Connecting Today for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Thomas 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 Thomas Academy is 0.77, which is more 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
#2498 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11-19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Academy's ranking?
Thomas Academy is ranked #2498 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?
11-19% 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 Thomas Academy?
The graduation rate of Thomas Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Thomas Academy?
62 students attend Thomas Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Thomas Academy students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Academy?
Thomas Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Academy offer ?
Thomas Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Academy part of?
Thomas Academy is part of Thomas Academy School District.
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