Serving 1,906 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Piedmont Community Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Piedmont Community Charter School's student population of 1,906 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piedmont Community Charter School 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 Piedmont Community Charter School 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
#656 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
18%
25%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Community Charter School's ranking?
Piedmont Community Charter School is ranked #656 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Piedmont Community Charter School often compared to?
Piedmont Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawks Nest Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piedmont Community Charter School?
The graduation rate of Piedmont Community Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Piedmont Community Charter School?
1,906 students attend Piedmont Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Piedmont Community Charter School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piedmont Community Charter School?
Piedmont Community Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Piedmont Community Charter School offer ?
Piedmont Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Piedmont Community Charter School part of?
Piedmont Community Charter School is part of Piedmont Community Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
This school is very inclusive and they try to involve everyone.
5 7/27/2012
The teachers and staff at PCCS are all friendly, kind and genuinely want to help your child excel.
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