Needs Improvement
#2388 of 2,648 schools in NC
Bragg Street Academy
High School · Lee County Schools
504 Bragg Street, Sanford, NC 27330
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,388 of 2,648
In Sanford
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Lee County Schools
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Bragg Street Academy
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About Bragg Street Academy
Bragg Street Academy is a public high school in Sanford, NC, part of Lee County Schools. Bragg Street Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bragg Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,388 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Bragg Street Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Bragg Street 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 Bragg Street 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Bragg Street Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Bragg Street Academy — Students at Bragg Street Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 8.8/10.
How Bragg Street Academy Compares
See how Bragg Street 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
504 Bragg Street, Sanford, NC 27330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bragg Street Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lee Early College (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lee County High (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County (rated 5.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sanford, see our Sanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee County High Sanford | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Floyd L Knight Children Center Sanford | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Lee Early College Sanford | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| WB Wicker Elementary Sanford | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| MINA Charter School of Lee County Sanford | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BT Bullock Elementary Sanford | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Carolina Academy Sanford | 2.4 mi | — |
| J Glenn Edwards Elementary Sanford | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| J R Ingram Jr Elementary Sanford | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| East Lee Middle Sanford | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| SanLee Middle School Sanford | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Southern Lee High School Sanford | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| West Lee Middle Sanford | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County Sanford | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Tramway Elementary Sanford | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| CALVARY EDUCATION CENTER Sanford | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Greenwood Elementary Lemon Springs | 6.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Broadway Elementary Broadway | 6.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,726
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
41,473
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Cabarrus Co Opportunity School Concord, NC | 3.6 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro, NC | 3.6 |
| PATHWAYS MIDDLE AND HIGH Wilmington, NC | 3.6 |
| Thomas Academy Lake Waccamaw, NC | 4.2 |
| Davidson River School Brevard, NC | 4.3 |
| Meadowbrook Academy King, NC | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bragg Street Academy
What grades does Bragg Street Academy serve?
Bragg Street Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bragg Street Academy?
Bragg Street Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bragg Street Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bragg Street Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bragg Street Academy rank in NC?
Bragg Street Academy ranks #2,388 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Bragg Street Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bragg Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Bragg Street Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bragg Street Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bragg Street Academy a charter school?
No, Bragg Street Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bragg Street Academy a Title I school?
No, Bragg Street Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bragg Street Academy?
94.4% of students at Bragg Street 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
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (919) 775-2686
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
Lee County Schools- District Enrollment
- 9,051
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,241
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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