Below Average
#2069 of 2,648 schools in NC
Wayne Preparatory Academy
School · Wayne Preparatory
600 Tommy's Road Cottage B, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,069 of 2,648
In Goldsboro
#14 of 22
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Wayne Preparatory Academy
Wayne Preparatory Academy is a public school in Goldsboro, NC, part of Wayne Preparatory. Wayne Preparatory Academy serves approximately 944 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,069 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Wayne Preparatory Academy show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wayne Preparatory 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.
Wayne Preparatory 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.
43% of students at Wayne Preparatory 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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Wayne Preparatory Academy — Students at Wayne Preparatory Academy score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 9.4/10.
How Wayne Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Wayne Preparatory 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
600 Tommy's Road Cottage B, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayne Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Goldsboro, see our Goldsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High Goldsboro | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Tommy's Road Elementary Goldsboro | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| North Drive Elementary Goldsboro | 2.4 mi | 1.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Goldsboro High Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Wayne School of Engineering Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOUSE OF GOLDSBORO Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | — |
| NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Greenwood Middle Goldsboro | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Dillard Academy Goldsboro | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary Goldsboro | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Dillard Middle Goldsboro | 4.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Eastern Wayne Middle Goldsboro | 4.0 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,507
Median Home Value
$176,500
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
37,442
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COVENANT DAY SCHOOL Matthews, NC | 4.8 |
| WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro, NC | 4.8 |
| KIPP Gaston College Preparatory Gaston, NC | 4.7 |
| Millennium Charter Academy Mount Airy, NC | 4.7 |
| ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa, NC | 5.0 |
| Carolina International School Concord, NC | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayne Preparatory Academy
What grades does Wayne Preparatory Academy serve?
Wayne Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Wayne Preparatory Academy?
Wayne Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Preparatory Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wayne Preparatory Academy rank in NC?
Wayne Preparatory Academy ranks #2,069 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Wayne Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayne Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Wayne Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayne Preparatory Academy has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Wayne Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Wayne Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wayne Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Wayne Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 944
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (919) 734-8085
Resources & Links
District
Wayne Preparatory- District Enrollment
- 944
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,154
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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