Very Good
#517 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 20% in state
A.c.e. Academy
Elementary School · A.C.E. Academy
7807 Caldwell Road, Harrisburg, NC 28075
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#517 of 2,648
In Harrisburg
#3 of 5
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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A.c.e. Academy
Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A.c.e. Academy
A.c.e. Academy is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, NC, part of A.C.E. Academy.
A.c.e. Academy serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. A.c.e.
Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 2,648 schools in NC. Structured state assessment records for A.c.e. Academy show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
A.c.e. Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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A.c.e. Academy — Students at A.c.e. Academy score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How A.c.e. Academy Compares
See how A.c.e. Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7807 Caldwell Road, Harrisburg, NC 28075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A.c.e. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vaughan Academy of Technology (rated 9.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hickory Ridge Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harrisburg Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Charlotte | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hickory Ridge Middle Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Harrisburg Elementary Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Hickory Ridge High Harrisburg | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| University Meadows Elementary Charlotte | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Pitts School Road Elementary Concord | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Reedy Creek Elementary Charlotte | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Hickory Ridge Elementary Harrisburg | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Roberta Road Middle Concord | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Jay M Robinson High Concord | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| United Community School Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Bradford Preparatory School Charlotte | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Concord | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Vaughan Academy of Technology Charlotte | 3.8 mi | 9.3 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte | 4.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Stoney Creek Elementary Charlotte | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Joseph W Grier Academy Charlotte | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Carl A Furr Elementary Concord | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Char Eng Early College-UNCC Charlotte | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Charlotte Teacher Early College Charlotte | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,739
Median Home Value
$444,000
Median Rent
$2,257/mo
Population
21,562
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
93.4%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brush Creek Elementary Marshall, NC | 7.8 |
| Clyde Campbell Elementary Hickory, NC | 7.8 |
| Dobson Elementary Dobson, NC | 7.8 |
| Dr John Codington Elem Wilmington, NC | 7.8 |
| Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School Forest City, NC | 7.8 |
| Friendship Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A.c.e. Academy
What grades does A.c.e. Academy serve?
A.c.e. Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend A.c.e. Academy?
A.c.e. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A.c.e. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at A.c.e. Academy is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A.c.e. Academy rank in NC?
A.c.e. Academy ranks #517 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is A.c.e. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
A.c.e. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A.c.e. Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A.c.e. Academy has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is A.c.e. Academy a charter school?
Yes, A.c.e. Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is A.c.e. Academy a Title I school?
No, A.c.e. Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.c.e. Academy?
98.4% of students at A.c.e. Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (704) 456-7153
Resources & Links
District
A.C.E. Academy- District Enrollment
- 438
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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