Serving 725 students in grades Kindergarten-10, The Capitol Encore Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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-10
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Capitol Encore Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The Capitol Encore Academy's student population of 725 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Capitol Encore Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Capitol Encore Academy is 0.70, 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
#1962 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
44%
25%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Capitol Encore Academy's ranking?
The Capitol Encore Academy is ranked #1962 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Capitol Encore Academy often compared to?
The Capitol Encore Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Capitol Encore Academy?
725 students attend The Capitol Encore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of The Capitol Encore Academy students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Capitol Encore Academy?
The Capitol Encore Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Capitol Encore Academy offer ?
The Capitol Encore Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10
What school district is The Capitol Encore Academy part of?
The Capitol Encore Academy is part of The Capitol Encore Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Capitol Encore Academy located?
The Capitol Encore Academy is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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