Below Average
#2052 of 2,648 schools in NC
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney
High School · Moore County Schools
160 Pinckney Road, Carthage, NC 28327
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,052 of 2,648
In Carthage
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#22 of 22
Moore County Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney
High School in Carthage · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney is a public high school in Carthage, NC, part of Moore County Schools. The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,052 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney — Students at The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney Compares
See how The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney 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
160 Pinckney Road, Carthage, NC 28327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union Pines High (rated 7.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Cameron), which scores notably higher. Another option is FATHER CAPODANNO SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Vass), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinecrest High (rated 6.9/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Southern Pines), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carthage Elementary Carthage | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| New Century Middle Cameron | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carthage | 4.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Carthage | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Union Pines High Cameron | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| SANDHILLS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whispering Pines | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| THE O'NEAL SCHOOL Southern Pines | 8.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southern Pines | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| McDeeds Creek Elementary Southern Pines | 9.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Pinehurst Elementary Pinehurst | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| West Pine Elementary West End | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Connect Academy West End | 9.6 mi | — |
| West Pine Middle West End | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Pinecrest High Southern Pines | 10.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Crain's Creek Middle Carthage | 9.3 mi | 6.3 |
| STARS Charter Vass | 10.3 mi | 7.9 |
| FATHER CAPODANNO SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Vass | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron | 9.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Vass-Lakeview Elementary Vass | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Southern Pines Elementary Southern Pines | 11.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,850
Median Home Value
$299,500
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
18,984
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C Joyner Greene Education Center Jamestown, NC | 4.9 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 5.0 |
| Central Haywood High Waynesville, NC | 4.8 |
| WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY Wilmington, NC | 5.1 |
| The COAST Bolivia, NC | 4.7 |
| Gateway School Granite Falls, NC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney
What grades does The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney serve?
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney?
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney?
The student-teacher ratio at The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney rank in NC?
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney ranks #2,052 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney's MySchoolScout rating?
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney a charter school?
No, The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney a Title I school?
No, The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney?
96.1% of students at The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Moore County
- Phone
- (910) 947-2603
Resources & Links
District
Moore County Schools- District Enrollment
- 12,990
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,374
- District Rank
- #22 of 22
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