Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Scholars 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 35-39% (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 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Global Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Global Scholars Academy's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Global Scholars 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 Global Scholars Academy is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Scholars Academy's ranking?
Global Scholars Academy is ranked #1749 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Global Scholars Academy often compared to?
Global Scholars Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Community School Of Digital & Visual Art by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Global Scholars Academy?
201 students attend Global Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Global Scholars Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Scholars Academy?
Global Scholars Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Global Scholars Academy offer ?
Global Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Global Scholars Academy part of?
Global Scholars Academy is part of Global Scholars Academy School District.
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