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Central Carolina Academy
School · Central Carolina Academy
PO Box 2753, Sanford, NC 27330
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
6th – 11th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
6th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Central Carolina Academy
School in Sanford · grades 6th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central Carolina Academy
Central Carolina Academy is a public school in Sanford, NC, part of Central Carolina Academy. Central Carolina Academy serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades 6th-11th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Central Carolina Academy show 80% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
Central Carolina 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 450 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 2753, Sanford, NC 27330
- Phone
- (984) 977-9455
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
How Central Carolina Academy Compares
See how Central Carolina Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 2753, Sanford, NC 27330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Carolina Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Greenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Lemon Springs). Another option is WB Wicker Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, Lee Early College (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away). For more schools in Sanford, see our Sanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BT Bullock Elementary Sanford | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| J R Ingram Jr Elementary Sanford | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WB Wicker Elementary Sanford | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| West Lee Middle Sanford | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bragg Street Academy Sanford | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Floyd L Knight Children Center Sanford | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Lee County High Sanford | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SanLee Middle School Sanford | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lee Early College Sanford | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Southern Lee High School Sanford | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Tramway Elementary Sanford | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MINA Charter School of Lee County Sanford | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 4.9 mi | 3.9 |
| J Glenn Edwards Elementary Sanford | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| East Lee Middle Sanford | 5.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CALVARY EDUCATION CENTER Sanford | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County Sanford | 5.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary Lemon Springs | 7.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Deep River Elementary Sanford | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Carolina Academy
What grades does Central Carolina Academy serve?
Central Carolina Academy serves students in grades 6th through 11th.
How many students attend Central Carolina Academy?
Central Carolina Academy has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Carolina Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Carolina Academy is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Central Carolina Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Carolina Academy has 80% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).
Is Central Carolina Academy a charter school?
Yes, Central Carolina Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Central Carolina Academy a Title I school?
No, Central Carolina Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Carolina Academy?
34.9% of students at Central Carolina 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 – 11th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (984) 977-9455
Resources & Links
District
Central Carolina Academy- District Enrollment
- 450
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $7,757
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