Serving 763 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Fernleaf ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernleaf ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fernleaf's student population of 763 students has grown by 106% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 130% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Fernleaf ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernleaf is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1215 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)42%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
85%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernleaf's ranking?
Fernleaf is ranked #1215 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fernleaf often compared to?
Fernleafis often viewed alongside schools like Rugby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Fernleaf?
763 students attend Fernleaf.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Fernleaf students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernleaf?
Fernleaf has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fernleaf offer ?
Fernleaf offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernleaf part of?
Fernleaf is part of Fernleaf Community Charter School District.
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