Below Average
#2287 of 2,648 schools in NC
Score Academy
High School · Wake County Schools
5651 Dillard Dr, Cary, NC 27518
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,287 of 2,648
In Cary
#32 of 32
public schools
In district
#180 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Score Academy
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About Score Academy
Score Academy is a public high school in Cary, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Score Academy serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Score Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,287 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Score Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Score 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.
Score Academy runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Score Academy 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
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Score Academy — Students at Score Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Score Academy Compares
See how Score 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
5651 Dillard Dr, Cary, NC 27518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Score Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Crossroads FLEX (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wake STEM Early College High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Athens Drive High (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads FLEX Cary | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Wake STEM Early College High School Cary | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Swift Creek Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 0.8 mi | — |
| Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 1.0 mi | — |
| Dillard Drive Elementary Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTER Raleigh | 1.3 mi | — |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Athens Drive High Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Cary High Cary | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Farmington Woods Elementary Cary | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,242
Median Home Value
$594,900
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
18,995
College Educated
72.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
47.2
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|---|---|
| Bethany Community School Summerfield, NC | 4.3 |
| Granville Central High Stem, NC | 4.3 |
| Newton-Conover High Newton, NC | 4.3 |
| Pender High Burgaw, NC | 4.3 |
| Shelby High Shelby, NC | 4.3 |
| South Columbus High Tabor City, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Score Academy
What grades does Score Academy serve?
Score Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Score Academy?
Score Academy has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Score Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Score Academy is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Score Academy rank in NC?
Score Academy ranks #2,287 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Score Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Score Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Score Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Score Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Score Academy a charter school?
No, Score Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Score Academy a Title I school?
No, Score Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Score Academy?
83.5% of students at Score 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (919) 694-8560
- 4-Year Graduation
- 39.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #180 of 194
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