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#780 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 29% in state

Falls Lake Academy

School · Falls Lake Academy

1701 East Lyon Station Road, Creedmoor, NC 27522

Charter

Enrollment

1,116

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#780 of 2,648

In Creedmoor

#2 of 5

public schools

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Falls Lake Academy

7.3/10

School in Creedmoor · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Falls Lake Academy

Falls Lake Academy is a public school in Creedmoor, NC, part of Falls Lake Academy. Falls Lake Academy serves approximately 1,116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Falls Lake Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #780 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Falls Lake Academy show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Falls Lake 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.6% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation6.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,524
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Falls Lake Academy — Students at Falls Lake Academy score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 34 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
65.4%
ELA
64.6%
2025
Math
69.1%
ELA
64.7%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Falls Lake Academy Compares

See how Falls Lake Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in NC
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3
Sports
11
5 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
6.1% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
5 boys'·6 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1701 East Lyon Station Road, Creedmoor, NC 27522

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Falls Lake Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mangum Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Bahama), which scores notably higher. Another option is Granville Early College High (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Discovery Charter (rated 7.9/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Durham), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Creedmoor, see our Creedmoor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Granville Early College High Creedmoor 2.2 mi 8.1
Butner-Stem Elementary Butner 2.1 mi 6.2
Butner-Stem Middle Butner 2.2 mi 4.6
G. C. Hawley Middle Creedmoor 3.3 mi 4.2
South Granville High Creedmoor 3.5 mi 5.7
The School for Creative Studies Durham 5.6 mi 7.3
Mount Energy Elementary Creedmoor 5.7 mi 4.7
Granville Central High Stem 7.5 mi 4.3
Little River K-8 School Durham 7.1 mi 5.4
Glenn Elementary Durham 8.1 mi 7.8
Neal Middle Durham 9.6 mi 5.6
Sandy Ridge Elementary Durham 8.4 mi 7.8
Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi Durham 9.3 mi 4.6
Lucas Middle Durham 8.4 mi 7.1
Mangum Elementary Bahama 8.8 mi 8.8
Discovery Charter Durham 8.5 mi 7.9
Oak Grove Elementary Durham 10.2 mi 7.5
Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham 9.8 mi 7.3
Wilton Elementary Franklinton 9.0 mi 6.5
Lakeview School Durham 9.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,722

Median Home Value

$253,600

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Population

13,654

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DURHAM ACADEMY Durham, NC 7.3
Vance Charter School Henderson, NC 7.2
Bradford Preparatory School Charlotte, NC 7.4
Durham Charter School Durham, NC 7.1
Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro, NC 7.0
River Mill Academy Graham, NC 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Falls Lake Academy

What grades does Falls Lake Academy serve?

Falls Lake Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Falls Lake Academy?

Falls Lake Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Falls Lake Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Falls Lake Academy is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Falls Lake Academy rank in NC?

Falls Lake Academy ranks #780 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Falls Lake Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Falls Lake Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Falls Lake Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Falls Lake Academy has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Falls Lake Academy a charter school?

Yes, Falls Lake Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Falls Lake Academy a Title I school?

No, Falls Lake Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,116
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Granville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Falls Lake Academy
District Enrollment
1,116
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,524
District Rank
#1 of 1

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