Serving 1,098 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rea Farms Steam Academy's student population of 1,098 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,098 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Rea Farms Steam Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rea Farms Steam Academy is 0.71, 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
#132 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rea Farms Steam Academy's ranking?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is ranked #132 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rea Farms Steam Academy?
1,098 students attend Rea Farms Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rea Farms Steam Academy students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rea Farms Steam Academy?
Rea Farms Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rea Farms Steam Academy offer ?
Rea Farms Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rea Farms Steam Academy part of?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Rea Farms Steam Academy located?
Rea Farms Steam Academy is located in the Providence Crossing neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Providence Crossing.
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