Chatham Central High School is a public high school located in Bear Creek, North Carolina with a student population of around 400 students. It is part of Chatham County Schools. The FFA team usually goes to the national convention.
Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy serves 28 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy's student population of 28 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy is 0.36, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy?
28 students attend Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy offer ?
Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy part of?
Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
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