Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County


Summary:

Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is a standout public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Sanford, North Carolina. As part of the Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County district, which is ranked 48 out of 242 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating, this school consistently exceeds state averages in academic performance across various subjects and grade levels.

The school's test scores are significantly higher than the state averages, with proficiency rates reaching as high as 85.2% in Math III end-of-course exams, compared to the state average of 66.4%. Additionally, the school's four-year graduation rate of 87.7% is well above the state average, indicating that Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County is effectively supporting its students and helping them successfully complete their high school education. The school's statewide ranking has also improved over the past three years, moving from 246th out of 626 high schools in 2022-2023 to 201st out of 641 in 2024-2025, further demonstrating its commitment to continuous improvement.

With a student-teacher ratio of 14.3 to 1 and a diverse curriculum that includes assessments across multiple subjects, Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County appears to be a high-performing public charter school that is providing a quality education for its students. The school's academic excellence, graduation rates, and continuous improvement make it a standout option for families in the Sanford, North Carolina area.

District Detail

 283 Harvey Faulk Rd
Sanford, NC 27332

 (919) 842-5411

SchoolDigger Rank:
48th of 242 North Carolina districts

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Grades served: 6-12
Students: 655

Primary Schools: 0
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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