East Wake Academy
- Public, Charter
- ZEBULON, NC
Charter School
East Wake Academy
- grade B+Overall Grade
- Public, Charter
- K-12
- ZEBULON, NC
- Rating 3.93 out of 5 70 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Diversitygrade B minus
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade B
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C
- Health & Safetygrade A+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade C+
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B
About
Enrolling
Grades
K-12
Students
1,202
From East Wake Academy
East Wake Academy is a K-12 educational opportunity for families located in Eastern Wake County. As a Public School of Choice, we currently serve six local counties. Before COVID, East Wake Academy had met or exceeded State Academic Growth Standards as determined by the North Carolina Department of Instruction for six consecutive years. As the “beacon” of education in eastern Wake County, we offer a unique family-focused atmosphere based on relationship building and high expectations for all.
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East Wake Academy Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
59%
Percent Proficient - Math
57%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1140
35 responses
Average ACT
24
60 responses
AP Enrollment
17%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Housinggrade B+
Median Household Income
$75,807
National
$62,843Median Rent
$999
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$219,600
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
100%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 8 responsesPoll
88%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 8 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,202
Free or Reduced Lunch
7%
82%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 11 responses73%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 11 responses45%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 11 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
No data available
Teachers in First/Second Year
7.4%
92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 12 responses92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 12 responses92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 12 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
No data available
National
$12,23985%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 13 responses46%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 13 responses69%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 13 responsesEast Wake Academy Reviews
Rating 3.93 out of 5 70 reviews
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My experience at East Wake Academy has been mixed all throughout my years. I first arrived in Kindergarten, so I will have been attending the school for 13 years! Throughout middle school I experienced a whole new building being built for the middle school students, unfortunately, I was only able to be apart of that for a semester until I started my freshman year. This school is truly a college prep school and the teachers and staff truly care about you and how you are doing in your classes, which means a lot. This school has a few different ways of handling things compared to other schools, we wear uniforms and have a dress code for all students. Since I have always been apart of this rule since kindergarten, I have yet to know a difference. It makes things easier and gives everyone kids a chance to be equal. Our school is very small compared to other schools. This has made it easier to connect with others and form lifelong friendships. This school has been more than amazing for me.
We came to this school excited to see like minded individuals that cared about kids education. We wanted a school that cultivated leadership, learning and engagement. We got the opposite.
If your child has a mind of their own and strong leadership skills, they will not thrive here.
Unchecked bullying is also an issue.
I highly advise joining the Facebook parent group and asking questions before subjecting your child to the totalitarianism dictatorship that is EWA.
If your child has a mind of their own and strong leadership skills, they will not thrive here.
Unchecked bullying is also an issue.
I highly advise joining the Facebook parent group and asking questions before subjecting your child to the totalitarianism dictatorship that is EWA.
While attending East Wake Academy for my high school years, I experienced a shift in the environment between a public and a charter school. Positive attributes that I enjoyed included: small class size, grade prep, and close bonds with teachers. However, there were also many negatives that came along. Being an African American female in a predominately white school, I faced prejudices about my race and gender. Even though our administration tried their best, it was obvious that they were oblivious and inconsiderate about certain events. For example, the high school holding a mock Presidental Election and not disciplining the kids who harassed the ones that did not vote for Donald Trump. I was also limited to a small range of classes that were available to its students. Which resulted in some of the dissatisfaction I feel. Overall I can say that my experience was average to anyone in high school, and I am grateful to attend a school that positively shaped me into who I am today.