Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wake Forest Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wake Forest Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wake Forest Charter Academy's student population of 650 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Moral Focus Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
School Rankings
Wake Forest Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wake Forest Charter Academy is 0.75, 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
35%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Wake Forest Charter Academy's ranking?
Wake Forest Charter Academy is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wake Forest Charter Academy often compared to?
Wake Forest Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wake Forest Charter Academy?
650 students attend Wake Forest Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wake Forest Charter Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wake Forest Charter Academy?
Wake Forest Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wake Forest Charter Academy offer ?
Wake Forest Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wake Forest Charter Academy part of?
Wake Forest Charter Academy is part of Wake Forest Charter Academy School District.
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