Serving 21 students in grades 6-12, One Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
One Academy's student population of 21 students has grown by 2000% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of One Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
83%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chatham County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are One Academy often compared to?
One Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of One Academy?
The graduation rate of One Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend One Academy?
21 students attend One Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of One Academy students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of One Academy?
One Academy has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does One Academy offer ?
One Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is One Academy part of?
One Academy is part of Chatham County Schools.
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