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#2590 of 2,648 schools in NC

Based on limited data

Oak Hill Charter School

Elementary School · Oak Hill Charter School

4603 Oak Hill School Rd., Lenoir, NC 28645

Charter

Enrollment

207

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,590 of 2,648

In Lenoir

#12 of 12

public schools

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Oak Hill Charter School

2.8/10

Elementary School in Lenoir · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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5.2/10

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About Oak Hill Charter School

Oak Hill Charter School is a public elementary school in Lenoir, NC, part of Oak Hill Charter School. Oak Hill Charter School serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Hill Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,590 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Hill Charter School show 36% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares3.6 pts below NC schools
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Oak Hill Charter School 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.

Oak Hill Charter School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

30% of students at Oak Hill Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics2.8Needs Improvement60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.7% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-40.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,745
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Oak Hill Charter School — Students at Oak Hill Charter School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (2025 NC)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 36.8% (2025 NC)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 14 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

How Oak Hill Charter School Compares

See how Oak Hill Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.8/10
2th percentile in NC
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Location

4603 Oak Hill School Rd., Lenoir, NC 28645

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Hill Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Granite Falls Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lower Creek Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bethlehem Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Taylorsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lenoir, see our Lenoir schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Dudley Shoals Elementary Granite Falls 3.5 mi 5.0
Gateway School Granite Falls 3.8 mi 5.2
Hibriten High Lenoir 4.6 mi 4.5
Hudson Middle Hudson 5.1 mi 5.2
William Lenoir Middle Lenoir 4.7 mi 4.9
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy Hudson 5.0 mi 8.2
Caldwell Early College Hudson 5.0 mi 8.0
Hudson Elementary Hudson 5.2 mi 6.7
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hudson 5.1 mi 4.3
South Caldwell High Hudson 5.9 mi 6.8
Kings Creek Elementary Lenoir 6.3 mi 4.1
Granite Falls Elementary Granite Falls 6.6 mi 7.8
Lower Creek Elementary Lenoir 5.5 mi 6.9
Sawmills Elementary Granite Falls 6.7 mi 5.3
Granite Falls Middle Granite Falls 7.1 mi 6.0
Whitnel Elementary Lenoir 5.9 mi 5.9
West Alexander Middle Taylorsville 6.2 mi 8.4
Horizons Elementary Lenoir 6.8 mi
Davenport A+ School Lenoir 6.9 mi 4.6
Bethlehem Elementary Taylorsville 7.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,529

Median Home Value

$157,800

Median Rent

$726/mo

Population

46,237

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

46.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
South Elementary Mebane, NC 2.9
Williford Elementary Rocky Mount, NC 2.6
Valmead Elementary Lenoir, NC 3.0
R Freeman Sch of Engineering Wilmington, NC 2.5
Wiley Accel/Enrichment Greensboro, NC 2.5
Gillespie Park Elementary Greensboro, NC 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Hill Charter School

What grades does Oak Hill Charter School serve?

Oak Hill Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Oak Hill Charter School?

Oak Hill Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Charter School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Hill Charter School rank in NC?

Oak Hill Charter School ranks #2,590 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Oak Hill Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Hill Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Oak Hill Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Hill Charter School has 36% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).

Is Oak Hill Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Oak Hill Charter School a Title I school?

No, Oak Hill Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Caldwell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

Oak Hill Charter School
District Enrollment
207
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,745
District Rank
#1 of 1

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