Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Winterville Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winterville Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Winterville Charter Academy's student population of 624 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Winterville Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winterville Charter Academy is 0.64, 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
#890 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
55%
24%
White
20%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winterville Charter Academy's ranking?
Winterville Charter Academy is ranked #890 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Winterville Charter Academy?
624 students attend Winterville Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Winterville Charter Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterville Charter Academy?
Winterville Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winterville Charter Academy offer ?
Winterville Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winterville Charter Academy part of?
Winterville Charter Academy is part of Winterville Charter Academy School District.
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