Serving 1,342 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa's student population of 1,342 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is 0.50, 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
#240 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa's ranking?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is ranked #240 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa often compared to?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfais often viewed alongside schools like Greensboro Academy, Revolution Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
The graduation rate of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
1,342 students attend Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa offer ?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa part of?
Cornerstone Charter Academy-cfa is part of Cornerstone Charter Academy School District.
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