Serving 120 students in grades 6-12, Shaw Academy ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shaw Academy's student population of 120 students has grown by 344% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Shaw Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shaw Academy is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1303 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
67%
25%
White
12%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaw Academy's ranking?
Shaw Academy is ranked #1303 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shaw Academy?
The graduation rate of Shaw Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Shaw Academy?
120 students attend Shaw Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Shaw Academy students are Black, 12% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw Academy?
Shaw Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shaw Academy offer ?
Shaw Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaw Academy part of?
Shaw Academy is part of Scotland County Schools School District.
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