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Star Academy
High School · Harnett County Schools
PO Box 1029, Lillington, NC 27546
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Star Academy
Star Academy is a public high school in Lillington, NC, part of the Harnett County Schools. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math, 48 points below the state average and 9% in reading/language arts, 44 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,781, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Star Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1, Star Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Address
- PO Box 1029, Lillington, NC 27546
- Phone
- (910) 893-4072
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 10 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 2.5% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 7.5% (2019) to 8.3% (2025).
Location
PO Box 1029, Lillington, NC 27546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Star Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Western Harnett High (rated 4.2/10, 9.9 miles away). Another option is Triton High (rated 4.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Erwin). Additionally, Harnett Central High (rated 3.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Angier). For more schools in Lillington, see our Lillington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lillington-Shawtown Elementary Lillington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Harnett Central Middle Angier | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Harnett Central High Angier | 5.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Buies Creek Elementary Buies Creek | 5.0 mi | 4.4 |
| North Harnett Primary Angier | 6.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Harnett Virtual Academy Fuquay-Varina | 6.7 mi | 2.2 |
| South Harnett Elementary Bunnlevel | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Achievement Charter Academy Fuquay-Varina | 8.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Boone Trail Elementary Mamers | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Angier Elementary Angier | 8.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Coats Elementary Coats | 8.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Anderson Creek Primary Bunnlevel | 9.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Carolina Charter Academy Angier | 10.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Northwest Harnett Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 11.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Coats-Erwin Middle Dunn | 9.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Triton High Erwin | 9.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Erwin Elementary Erwin | 10.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Western Harnett High Lillington | 9.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Western Harnett Middle Lillington | 10.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Raleigh Road Elementary Linden | 12.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,781
Median Home Value
$227,000
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Population
20,802
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
36.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Star Academy has a median household income of $61,781. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,000, with a median rent of $1,079/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asbury Academy Lincolnton, NC | — |
| Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy Bear Creek, NC | — |
| Dare Learning Academy Kill Devil Hills, NC | — |
| ECKERD CONNECTS Candor, NC | — |
| EMERALD SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Charlotte, NC | — |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham, NC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Star Academy
What grades does Star Academy serve?
Star Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Star Academy?
Star Academy has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Star Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Star Academy is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Star Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Star Academy has 7.6% math proficiency and 8.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Star Academy a charter school?
No, Star Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Star Academy a Title I school?
No, Star Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Star Academy?
87.0% of students at Star 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,237/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Harnett County
- Phone
- (910) 893-4072
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Harnett County Schools- District Enrollment
- 20,033
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,877
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