Bear Grass School is a historic school complex and national historic district located at Bear Grass, Martin County, North Carolina.
Serving 445 students in grades 6-12, Bear Grass Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Grass Charter School's student population of 445 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
To enhance the quality of life of all students by ensuring they possess the competencies to achieve academic and vocational success in a technological world.
School Rankings
Bear Grass Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Grass Charter School is 0.19, 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
#650 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Grass Charter School's ranking?
Bear Grass Charter School is ranked #650 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear Grass Charter School?
The graduation rate of Bear Grass Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bear Grass Charter School?
445 students attend Bear Grass Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bear Grass Charter School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Grass Charter School?
Bear Grass Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bear Grass Charter School offer ?
Bear Grass Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bear Grass Charter School part of?
Bear Grass Charter School is part of Bear Grass Charter School District.
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