TURNING POINT ACADEMY

Turning Point Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Cleveland County Schools school district, located in Shelby, NC with about 142 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 17 teachers, Turning Point Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Turning Point Academy, located in Shelby, North Carolina, functions as an alternative educational program within the Cleveland County Schools district. It is specifically designed to support students who may require a non-traditional learning environment, providing targeted academic and behavioral interventions to help them succeed. The academy focuses on personalized instruction and a structured setting, aiming to help students overcome barriers to their education, improve their academic standing, and eventually transition back to a traditional school environment or progress toward graduation.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, the school places a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and character building. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing a dedicated staff, Turning Point Academy provides a more individualized approach to instruction that addresses both the personal and educational needs of its student body. The school serves as a vital resource for the district, ensuring that students who struggle in conventional classroom settings still have access to the support and guidance necessary to achieve their educational goals.

For more information, contact Turning Point Academy at (704) 476-8399 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.