Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lakeside 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lakeside Charter Academy's student population of 278 students has grown by 202% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Lakeside Charter Academy, in partnership with parents, will cultivate engaged learners through scholarship, leadership, and citizenship.
School Rankings
Lakeside 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 Lakeside Charter Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#1537 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
22%
25%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
68%
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 Lakeside Charter Academy's ranking?
Lakeside Charter Academy is ranked #1537 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeside Charter Academy often compared to?
Lakeside Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Charter Academy?
278 students attend Lakeside Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lakeside Charter Academy students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Charter Academy?
Lakeside Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeside Charter Academy offer ?
Lakeside Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Charter Academy part of?
Lakeside Charter Academy is part of Lakeside Charter Academy School District.
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