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#1927 of 2,648 schools in NC
Advance Academy
High School · Vance County Schools
219 Charles Street, Henderson, NC 27536
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,927 of 2,648
In Henderson
#7 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Vance County Schools
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Advance Academy
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About Advance Academy
Advance Academy is a public high school in Henderson, NC, part of Vance County Schools. Advance Academy serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Advance Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,927 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Advance Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Advance Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Advance Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Advance Academy runs 25.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Advance Academy — Students at Advance Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Advance Academy Compares
See how Advance Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
219 Charles Street, Henderson, NC 27536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advance Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Vance Co Early College (rated 8.3/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vance County High School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEM Early High Henderson | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Vance Virtual Village Academy Henderson | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Pinkston Street Elementary Henderson | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Henderson Collegiate Henderson | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| E M Rollins Elementary Henderson | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| L B Yancey Elementary Henderson | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Vance County Middle School Henderson | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Vance County High School Henderson | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Vance Charter School Henderson | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Aycock Elementary Henderson | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Clarke Elementary Henderson | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Henderson | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Zeb Vance Elementary Kittrell | 4.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Dabney Elementary Henderson | 4.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Carver Elementary Henderson | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Vance Co Early College Henderson | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| E O Young Jr Elementary Henderson | 6.2 mi | 4.2 |
| New Hope Elementary Henderson | 9.8 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,491
Median Home Value
$120,600
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
15,293
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.5%
Median Age
35.8
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| EMMA LEE BROADY ACADEMY Graham, NC | 5.2 |
| Charlotte Teacher Early College Charlotte, NC | 5.1 |
| Ashe County Early College High West Jefferson, NC | 5.5 |
| Turning Point Academy Charlotte, NC | 4.9 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville, NC | 4.8 |
| Shaw Academy Laurinburg, NC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advance Academy
What grades does Advance Academy serve?
Advance Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Advance Academy?
Advance Academy has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advance Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Advance Academy is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Advance Academy rank in NC?
Advance Academy ranks #1,927 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Advance Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Advance Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Advance Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Advance Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Advance Academy a charter school?
No, Advance Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Advance Academy a Title I school?
No, Advance Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Advance Academy?
98.3% of students at Advance 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Vance County
- Phone
- (252) 438-8407
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
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District
Vance County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,368
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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