Z.E.C.A. SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology school district, located in Jacksonville, NC with about 169 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Z.E.C.A. (Zoning Educational Community Awareness) School of Arts and Technology is a public charter school located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Serving students in grades K-8, the school distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with a specialized focus on the arts and emerging technologies. By providing a learning environment that emphasizes creativity, digital literacy, and critical thinking, the school aims to prepare students for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce while fostering an appreciation for artistic expression.

The school operates on the philosophy that community involvement and parental engagement are essential to student success. Its curriculum is designed to balance traditional core subjects—such as mathematics, science, and language arts—with hands-on learning experiences in music, visual arts, and computer science. By maintaining a smaller, community-focused educational setting, Z.E.C.A. strives to provide personalized attention to its students, encouraging them to develop both their academic potential and their unique talents in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

For more information, contact Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology at (910) 219-8603 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.