Below Average
#2149 of 2,648 schools in NC
North Carolina Cyber Academy
School · North Carolina Cyber Academy
2800 Meridian Parkway Suite 150, Durham, NC 27713
Enrollment
2,523
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,523
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,149 of 2,648
In Durham
#57 of 68
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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North Carolina Cyber Academy
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About North Carolina Cyber Academy
North Carolina Cyber Academy is a public school in Durham, NC, part of North Carolina Cyber Academy. North Carolina Cyber Academy serves approximately 2,523 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. North Carolina Cyber Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,149 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for North Carolina Cyber Academy show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
What's said publicly about North Carolina Cyber Academy
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
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- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Carolina Cyber Academy is a large school: 2,523 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at North Carolina Cyber 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.
North Carolina Cyber 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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North Carolina Cyber Academy — Students at North Carolina Cyber Academy score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
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: 9.2/10.
How North Carolina Cyber Academy Compares
See how North Carolina Cyber 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
2800 Meridian Parkway Suite 150, Durham, NC 27713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Carolina Cyber Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NC Virtual Academy (rated 4.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NC Virtual Academy Durham | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Lowe's Grove Middle Durham | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Parkwood Elementary Durham | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Hillside High Durham | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY Durham | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyons Farm Elementary Durham | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 3.4 mi | — |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary Cary | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,900
Median Home Value
$380,500
Median Rent
$1,460/mo
Population
58,409
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NC Virtual Academy Durham, NC | 4.7 |
| Sugar Creek Charter Charlotte, NC | 4.8 |
| CHARLOTTE LATIN SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 5.1 |
| Langtree Charter Academy Mooresville, NC | 5.7 |
| CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 5.8 |
| Union Academy Monroe, NC | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Carolina Cyber Academy
What grades does North Carolina Cyber Academy serve?
North Carolina Cyber Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend North Carolina Cyber Academy?
North Carolina Cyber Academy has an enrollment of approximately 2,523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Carolina Cyber Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at North Carolina Cyber Academy is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Carolina Cyber Academy rank in NC?
North Carolina Cyber Academy ranks #2,149 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is North Carolina Cyber Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
North Carolina Cyber Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 North Carolina Cyber Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Carolina Cyber Academy has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is North Carolina Cyber Academy a charter school?
Yes, North Carolina Cyber Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Carolina Cyber Academy a Title I school?
No, North Carolina Cyber Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 140
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (984) 262-9237
- 4-Year Graduation
- 55.0%
Resources & Links
District
North Carolina Cyber Academy- District Enrollment
- 2,523
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,841
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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