Serving 751 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Johnston Charter Academy 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 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Johnston Charter Academy's student population of 751 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnston Charter Academy 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 Johnston Charter Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#228 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Charter Academy's ranking?
Johnston Charter Academy is ranked #228 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Johnston Charter Academy often compared to?
Johnston Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, Neuse Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Johnston Charter Academy?
751 students attend Johnston Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Johnston Charter Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston Charter Academy?
Johnston Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnston Charter Academy offer ?
Johnston Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Johnston Charter Academy part of?
Johnston Charter Academy is part of Johnston Charter Academy School District.
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