Serving 569 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thomasboro 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 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 98% 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomasboro Academy serves the west part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1- to 2-mile radius of the school, with typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomasboro Academy's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings
Thomasboro 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 Thomasboro Academy is 0.61, 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
#2420 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)26%
51%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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Asian
10%
5%
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Hispanic
38%
22%
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Black
49%
24%
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White
2%
42%
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Two or more races
1%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Show full history, 1999–2014
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomasboro Academy's ranking?
Thomasboro Academy is ranked #2420 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Thomasboro Academy?
569 students attend Thomasboro Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Thomasboro Academy students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomasboro Academy?
Thomasboro Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomasboro Academy offer ?
Thomasboro Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomasboro Academy part of?
Thomasboro Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Thomasboro Academy located?
Thomasboro Academy is located in the Thomasboro Hoskins neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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