Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Academy Of Moore County ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy Of Moore County ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Academy Of Moore County's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Tomorrow's Leaders Today!
Average Class Size
19 students
School Rankings
The Academy Of Moore County ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Academy Of Moore County is 0.49, 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
#167 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
70%
42%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Academy Of Moore County's ranking?
The Academy Of Moore County is ranked #167 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Academy Of Moore County often compared to?
The Academy Of Moore Countyis often viewed alongside schools like Stars Charter, Pinehurst Elementary School, West Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Academy Of Moore County?
479 students attend The Academy Of Moore County.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of The Academy Of Moore County students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Academy Of Moore County?
The Academy Of Moore County has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Academy Of Moore County offer ?
The Academy Of Moore County offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Academy Of Moore County part of?
The Academy Of Moore County is part of The Academy Of Moore County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very military friendly. Teachers are fantastic. Staff is extremely caring. PTO is great and open to all suggestions. They are all about creating opportunities for family members. Every year the grades are improving more and more.
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