SHINING ROCK CLASSICAL ACADEMY: CFA

Shining Rock Classical Academy: CFA is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Shining Rock Classical Academy school district, located in Waynesville, NC with about 399 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Shining Rock Classical Academy: CFA has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Shining Rock Classical Academy (SRCA) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Waynesville, North Carolina. Serving students from kindergarten through high school, the academy is founded on a classical education model. This approach emphasizes a rigorous, content-rich curriculum that focuses on building a strong foundation in the liberal arts, traditional humanities, and the sciences, often utilizing the Core Knowledge sequence to ensure students gain a broad base of cultural and academic literacy.

The school operates as part of the TeamCFA network, a group of charter schools that prioritize academic excellence, character development, and school choice. Beyond its core academics, Shining Rock places a significant emphasis on fostering a supportive community environment and cultivating responsible citizenship among its students. By combining a structured, traditional pedagogical approach with the flexibility and innovation of a charter school, SRCA aims to prepare its students for success in higher education and beyond while remaining deeply rooted in the local Waynesville community.

For more information, contact Shining Rock Classical Academy: CFA at (828) 738-2665 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.