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Children's Village Academy
Elementary School · Children's Village Academy
PO Box 2206, Kinston, NC 28502
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,886 of 2,648
In Kinston
#9 of 13
public schools
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Children's Village Academy
Elementary School in Kinston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Children's Village Academy
Children's Village Academy is a public elementary school in Kinston, NC, part of Children's Village Academy. Children's Village Academy serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Children's Village Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,886 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Children's Village Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 149 students, Children's Village 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 Children's Village 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.
Children's Village 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.
Score Breakdown
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Children's Village Academy — Students at Children's Village Academy score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Children's Village Academy Compares
See how Children's Village Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 2206, Kinston, NC 28502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children's Village Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Snow Hill Primary (rated 8.0/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Snow Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moss Hill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 11.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grifton (rated 6.8/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Grifton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kinston, see our Kinston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rochelle Middle Kinston | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Southeast Elementary Kinston | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Northeast Elementary Kinston | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Kinston High Kinston | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Lenoir County Early College High Kinston | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Northwest Elementary Kinston | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Southwood Elementary Kinston | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ARENDELL PARROTT ACADEMY Kinston | 3.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Contentnea-Savannah School Kinston | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER Kinston | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Banks Elementary Kinston | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodington Middle Kinston | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lenoir County Learning Academy Kinston | 7.2 mi | 4.0 |
| North Lenoir High La Grange | 8.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hookerton | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Grifton Grifton | 10.6 mi | 6.8 |
| South Lenoir High Deep Run | 11.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Moss Hill Elementary Kinston | 11.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Snow Hill Primary Snow Hill | 13.8 mi | 8.0 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington, NC | 5.2 |
| Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy Hollister, NC | 5.2 |
| SALISBURY ACADEMY Salisbury, NC | 5.2 |
| T S Cooper Elementary Sunbury, NC | 5.2 |
| Ashley Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children's Village Academy
What grades does Children's Village Academy serve?
Children's Village Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Children's Village Academy?
Children's Village Academy has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Village Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Children's Village Academy is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Children's Village Academy rank in NC?
Children's Village Academy ranks #1,886 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Children's Village Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Children's Village 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 Children's Village Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Children's Village Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Children's Village Academy a charter school?
Yes, Children's Village Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Children's Village Academy a Title I school?
No, Children's Village Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Children's Village Academy?
98.0% of students at Children's Village 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 149
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lenoir County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (252) 939-1958
Resources & Links
District
Children's Village Academy- District Enrollment
- 149
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,110
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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