Children's Village Academy

701 North Adkin Street
Kinston, NC 28502
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Children's Village 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Children's Village Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Children's Village Academy's student population of 149 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

School Rankings

Children's Village 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 Children's Village Academy is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40-44%
51%
35-39%
50%
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
90%
25%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Children's Village Academy's ranking?
Children's Village Academy is ranked #1790 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Children's Village Academy?
149 students attend Children's Village Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Children's Village Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Children's Village Academy?
Children's Village Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Children's Village Academy offer ?
Children's Village Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Children's Village Academy part of?
Children's Village Academy is part of Children's Village Academy School District.

School Reviews

5   4/12/2009
My kids have been attending CVA since preschool and I'm impressed with the dedication that the staff show towards their students. This school has grown alot and provides alot of opportunities for learning. Keep up the good work Cva! Project care is fantastic!
- Posted by Parent - traci

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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