Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mooresville Online Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mooresville Online Academy's student population of 130 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Mooresville Online Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mooresville Online Academy is 0.65, 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
#881 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mooresville Online Academy's ranking?
Mooresville Online Academy is ranked #881 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mooresville Online Academy?
130 students attend Mooresville Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mooresville Online Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mooresville Online Academy?
Mooresville Online Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mooresville Online Academy offer ?
Mooresville Online Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Mooresville Online Academy part of?
Mooresville Online Academy is part of Mooresville Graded School District.
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