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Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County
High School · Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County
283 Harvey Faulk Road, Sanford, NC 27332
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,647 of 2,648
In Sanford
#14 of 19
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County
High School in Sanford · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is a public high school in Sanford, NC, part of Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County. Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,647 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County 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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Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County — Students at Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 18 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: 9.8/10.
How Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County Compares
See how Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County 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
283 Harvey Faulk Road, Sanford, NC 27332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lee Early College (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lee County High (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Southern Lee High School (rated 4.9/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sanford, see our Sanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J Glenn Edwards Elementary Sanford | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| East Lee Middle Sanford | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MINA Charter School of Lee County Sanford | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lee County High Sanford | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lee Early College Sanford | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Floyd L Knight Children Center Sanford | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Bragg Street Academy Sanford | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Southern Lee High School Sanford | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SanLee Middle School Sanford | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WB Wicker Elementary Sanford | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CALVARY EDUCATION CENTER Sanford | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Broadway Elementary Broadway | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary Lemon Springs | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| LEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 4.8 mi | 6.6 |
| J R Ingram Jr Elementary Sanford | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| BT Bullock Elementary Sanford | 6.0 mi | 7.0 |
| West Lee Middle Sanford | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Central Carolina Academy Sanford | 5.9 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 5.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Tramway Elementary Sanford | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,075
Median Home Value
$224,000
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
34,378
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mitchell High Bakersville, NC | 5.7 |
| Perquimans County High Hertford, NC | 5.7 |
| Rosewood High Goldsboro, NC | 5.7 |
| South Granville High Creedmoor, NC | 5.7 |
| South Lenoir High Deep Run, NC | 5.7 |
| Southern Wake Academy Holly Springs, NC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County
What grades does Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County serve?
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County?
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County rank in NC?
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County ranks #1,647 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County a charter school?
Yes, Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County a Title I school?
No, Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (919) 842-5411
Resources & Links
District
Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County- District Enrollment
- 599
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,991
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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