Serving 292 students in grades 9-12, Watauga Innovation Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watauga Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Watauga Innovation Academy's student population of 292 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Watauga Innovation 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 Watauga Innovation Academy is 0.27, 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
#319 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
White
85%
42%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watauga Innovation Academy's ranking?
Watauga Innovation Academy is ranked #319 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watauga Innovation Academy?
The graduation rate of Watauga Innovation Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Watauga Innovation Academy?
292 students attend Watauga Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Watauga Innovation Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Watauga Innovation Academy offer ?
Watauga Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watauga Innovation Academy part of?
Watauga Innovation Academy is part of Watauga County Schools.
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