Serving 553 students in grades 6-12, Southern Wake 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 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Wake Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Wake Academy's student population of 553 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Wake 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 Southern Wake Academy is 0.48, 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
#1568 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
71%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country Running, Soccer, Softball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Program
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Portfolios
- Internships
- Job Shadowing
- Community Service
- College Prep
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Wake Academy's ranking?
Southern Wake Academy is ranked #1568 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Wake Academy?
The graduation rate of Southern Wake Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Southern Wake Academy?
553 students attend Southern Wake Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Southern Wake Academy students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Wake Academy?
Southern Wake Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Wake Academy offer ?
Southern Wake Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Wake Academy part of?
Southern Wake Academy is part of Southern Wake Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
A great small public highschool in Fuquay-Varina.
We moved to 5108 Old Powell Road in the summer of 2010.
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