Serving 12 students in grades 5-8, Howard Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Howard Learning Academy's student population of 12 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Learning Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
92%
25%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Learning Academy's ranking?
Howard Learning Academy is ranked #2611 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Howard Learning Academy?
12 students attend Howard Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Howard Learning Academy students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Learning Academy?
Howard Learning Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Howard Learning Academy offer ?
Howard Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard Learning Academy part of?
Howard Learning Academy is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Learning Academy located?
Howard Learning Academy is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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