KANNAPOLIS CHARTER ACADEMY

Kannapolis Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Concord Lake STEAM Academy school district, located in Kannapolis, NC with about 521 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Kannapolis Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Kannapolis Charter Academy (KCA), located in Kannapolis, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Operating under the educational management organization National Heritage Academies, the school follows a curriculum designed to foster academic excellence while emphasizing a well-rounded student experience. Its mission centers on the concept of "Moral Focus," where character development and personal integrity are integrated into daily instruction alongside core academic subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science.

The school is known for its structured environment and commitment to partnering with families to prepare students for high school and beyond. By focusing on a holistic approach—which combines rigorous academic standards with deliberate citizenship education—Kannapolis Charter Academy aims to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. The campus provides a traditional school setting, utilizing a data-driven instructional approach to ensure that students meet or exceed state benchmarks.

For more information, contact Kannapolis Charter Academy at (704) 273-5310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.