Children's Village Academy

Children's Village Academy is a charter school located in Kinston, North Carolina, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has an enrollment of 149 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.9:1 with ten full-time equivalent teachers on staff. While the MySchoolScout rating for Children's Village Academy is 4.4 out of 10, placing it in the 30th percentile among North Carolina schools, there is room for academic growth and development.

On state assessments, only 24% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, and 20% are proficient or above in Math. Children's Village Academy sits in a town setting where it serves its community with dedicated educators who strive to support each student’s unique learning needs. The school is focused on fostering an inclusive environment that encourages growth and development for all students.

With an enrollment of 149 students, Children's Village Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Children's Village Academy are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Children's Village Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.