Serving 1,258 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pine Springs Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,258 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Springs Preparatory Academy is 0.46, 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
#444 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
72%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (18-19)
1%
52%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Springs Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy is ranked #444 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pine Springs Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Pine Springs Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Peak Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pine Springs Preparatory Academy?
1,258 students attend Pine Springs Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pine Springs Preparatory Academy students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Springs Preparatory Academy?
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Springs Preparatory Academy offer ?
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Springs Preparatory Academy part of?
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy is part of Pine Springs Preparatory Academy School District.
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