The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 70%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% NC state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% NC state average).
What grades does Yancey County Learning Academy offer ?
Yancey County Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Yancey County Learning Academy part of?
Yancey County Learning Academy is part of Yancey County Schools School District.
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