Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-8, A.c.e. 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
A.c.e. Academy's student population of 421 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Red, and White
School Motto
A.C.E. Academy will equip students from all backgrounds to succeed in the college and career of their choice by driving academic excellence, developing strong character, and instilling an entrepreneurial mindset.
School Rankings
A.c.e. 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 A.c.e. Academy is 0.38, 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
#1747 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
77%
24%
White
2%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A.c.e. Academy's ranking?
A.c.e. Academy is ranked #1747 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are A.c.e. Academy often compared to?
A.c.e. Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carolina International School, Valor Preparatory Academy, Bradford Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend A.c.e. Academy?
421 students attend A.c.e. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of A.c.e. Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A.c.e. Academy?
A.c.e. Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does A.c.e. Academy offer ?
A.c.e. Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A.c.e. Academy part of?
A.c.e. Academy is part of A.C.E. Academy School District.
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