Serving 787 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Summerfield 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 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerfield 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
Diversity
School Overview
Summerfield Charter Academy's student population of 787 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summerfield 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 Summerfield Charter Academy is 0.69, 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
#161 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerfield Charter Academy's ranking?
Summerfield Charter Academy is ranked #161 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Summerfield Charter Academy often compared to?
Summerfield Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Greensboro Academy, Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa 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 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Summerfield Charter Academy?
787 students attend Summerfield Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Summerfield Charter Academy students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summerfield Charter Academy?
Summerfield Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summerfield Charter Academy offer ?
Summerfield Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Summerfield Charter Academy part of?
Summerfield Charter Academy is part of Summerfield Charter Academy School District.
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