Serving 2,152 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Uwharrie Charter 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uwharrie Charter Academy's student population of 2,152 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Uwharrie Charter 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 Uwharrie Charter Academy is 0.32, 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
#1694 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
82%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Uwharrie Charter Academy's ranking?
Uwharrie Charter Academy is ranked #1694 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Uwharrie Charter Academy often compared to?
Uwharrie Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Randolph High School, Randleman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uwharrie Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Uwharrie Charter Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Uwharrie Charter Academy?
2,152 students attend Uwharrie Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Uwharrie Charter Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uwharrie Charter Academy?
Uwharrie Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Uwharrie Charter Academy offer ?
Uwharrie Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Uwharrie Charter Academy part of?
Uwharrie Charter Academy is part of Uwharrie Charter Academy School District.
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