Serving 856 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Concord Lake Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Lake Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Concord Lake Steam Academy's student population of 856 students has grown by 138% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Concord Lake Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Concord Lake Steam Academy is 0.69, 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
#1318 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
46%
24%
White
23%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 Concord Lake Steam Academy's ranking?
Concord Lake Steam Academy is ranked #1318 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Concord Lake Steam Academy?
856 students attend Concord Lake Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Concord Lake Steam Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Concord Lake Steam Academy?
Concord Lake Steam Academy has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Concord Lake Steam Academy offer ?
Concord Lake Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Concord Lake Steam Academy part of?
Concord Lake Steam Academy is part of Concord Lake Steam Academy School District.
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