Serving 1,126 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alpha Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpha Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alpha Academy's student population of 1,126 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alpha Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpha Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#735 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
56%
25%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Academy's ranking?
Alpha Academy is ranked #735 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Alpha Academy often compared to?
Alpha Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stoney Point Elementary School, The Capitol Encore Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpha Academy?
The graduation rate of Alpha Academy is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Alpha Academy?
1,126 students attend Alpha Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alpha Academy students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpha Academy?
Alpha Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alpha Academy offer ?
Alpha Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Alpha Academy part of?
Alpha Academy is part of Alpha Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Alpha Academy located?
Alpha Academy is located in the Seventy First neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in Seventy First.
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