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Tillery Charter Academy

Elementary School · Tillery Charter Academy

170 Academy Street, Biscoe, NC 27209

Charter

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,175 of 2,648

In Biscoe

#1 of 3

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Tillery Charter Academy

6.6/10

Elementary School in Biscoe · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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6.1/10

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About Tillery Charter Academy

Tillery Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Biscoe, NC, part of Tillery Charter Academy. Tillery Charter Academy serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tillery Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,175 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Tillery Charter Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Tillery Charter 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.

Tillery Charter 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.

Tillery Charter Academy 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-42.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,146
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Tillery Charter Academy — Students at Tillery Charter Academy score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
58.1% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 34.1% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
52.5% (2025 NC)

Based on 18 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
17.7%
2025
Math
28.5%
ELA
40%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Tillery Charter Academy Compares

See how Tillery Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in NC
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Location

170 Academy Street, Biscoe, NC 27209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tillery Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West End Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby West End), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seagrove Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Seagrove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westmoore Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Seagrove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Biscoe, see our Biscoe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Green Ridge Elementary Biscoe 0.7 mi 5.7
East Middle Biscoe 0.9 mi 6.1
Star Elementary Star 3.3 mi 7.1
Candor Elementary Candor 4.4 mi 3.3
ECKERD CONNECTS Candor 5.8 mi
Montgomery Central High Troy 5.2 mi 7.1
Montgomery County Early College Troy 5.4 mi 8.1
Page Street Elementary Troy 5.7 mi 4.8
LONG HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Candor 5.9 mi
WESCARE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Troy 6.2 mi 8.3
Troy Elementary Troy 6.4 mi 5.4
Montgomery Learning Academy Troy 6.6 mi 6.3
Westmoore Elementary Seagrove 10.7 mi 7.5
West Middle Mount Gilead 9.7 mi 5.2
Seagrove Elementary School Seagrove 13.5 mi 7.6
Elise Middle Robbins 12.2 mi 5.2
West End Elementary West End 12.6 mi 8.9
Robbins Elementary Robbins 12.4 mi 6.4
North Moore High Robbins 15.0 mi 7.1
Mount Gilead Elementary Mount Gilead 15.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,795

Median Home Value

$121,200

Median Rent

$614/mo

Population

3,935

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

62.2%

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Median Age

29.9

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Cook Literacy Model School Winston-Salem, NC 6.6
Crossnore Elementary Crossnore, NC 6.6
Franklinville Elementary School Franklinville, NC 6.6
Lee Woodard Elementary Black Creek, NC 6.6
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville, NC 6.6
New Salem Elementary Marshville, NC 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tillery Charter Academy

What grades does Tillery Charter Academy serve?

Tillery Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Tillery Charter Academy?

Tillery Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tillery Charter Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tillery Charter Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tillery Charter Academy rank in NC?

Tillery Charter Academy ranks #1,175 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Tillery Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tillery Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Tillery Charter Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tillery Charter Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Tillery Charter Academy a charter school?

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

Is Tillery Charter Academy a Title I school?

No, Tillery Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

Tillery Charter Academy
District Enrollment
227
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,146
District Rank
#1 of 1

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