Uwharrie Charter Academy
Charter School
2,145 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Uwharrie Charter Academy (UCA) is a public charter school system based in Asheboro, North Carolina, dedicated to providing a personalized, project-based educational experience for students from kindergarten through high school. Operating across multiple campuses, the academy emphasizes a "whole-child" approach that integrates rigorous academics with character development and community engagement. By utilizing a smaller-school model, UCA focuses on fostering strong relationships between students and faculty, ensuring that each learner receives the individual attention necessary to thrive both in the classroom and in their future pursuits.
A hallmark of the Uwharrie Charter experience is its commitment to experiential learning and career readiness. The curriculum is designed to move beyond traditional textbook instruction, encouraging students to solve real-world problems and apply their knowledge in practical settings. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and partnerships with the local community, the school aims to cultivate responsible, innovative, and well-rounded graduates who are prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing workforce and society.
A hallmark of the Uwharrie Charter experience is its commitment to experiential learning and career readiness. The curriculum is designed to move beyond traditional textbook instruction, encouraging students to solve real-world problems and apply their knowledge in practical settings. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and partnerships with the local community, the school aims to cultivate responsible, innovative, and well-rounded graduates who are prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing workforce and society.
2,145
Total Students
132.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,754 |
| Hispanic | 171 |
| Black | 65 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More | 128 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White1,754 (81.8%)
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Hispanic171 (8.0%)
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Two or More128 (6.0%)
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Black65 (3.0%)
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Asian23 (1.1%)
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American Indian4 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Uwharrie Charter Academy |
| Phone: | (336)610-0818 |
| Website: | http://www.uwharriecharter.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,145 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 132.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 765 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
120
Grade 1
120
Grade 2
124
Grade 3
120
Grade 4
118
Grade 5
144
Grade 6
195
Grade 7
200
Grade 8
210
Grade 9
205
Grade 10
217
Grade 11
193
Grade 12
179
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 120 |
| Grade 1 | 120 |
| Grade 2 | 124 |
| Grade 3 | 120 |
| Grade 4 | 118 |
| Grade 5 | 144 |
| Grade 6 | 195 |
| Grade 7 | 200 |
| Grade 8 | 210 |
| Grade 9 | 205 |
| Grade 10 | 217 |
| Grade 11 | 193 |
| Grade 12 | 179 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,064 | 49.6% |
| Male | 1,081 | 50.4% |