Serving 6 students in grades 9-12, Sage Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sage Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sage Academy's student population of 6 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sage Academy is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
67%
25%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
83%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sage Academy often compared to?
Sage Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sage Academy?
The graduation rate of Sage Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sage Academy?
6 students attend Sage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sage Academy students are Black, and 33% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sage Academy?
Sage Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sage Academy offer ?
Sage Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sage Academy part of?
Sage Academy is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
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