Pinnacle Classical Academy

Pinnacle Classical Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
2401 Joes Lake Rd,  Shelby, NC
4.2
3.7
1,165 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr Danielle Shaw Robertson
Student Teacher Ratio
29:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
73%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.7
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.7
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
73%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
29:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
23
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
9
Equity
8
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
71.4%
State Average
54.6%
Science
80.3%
State Average
68%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
429:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.6%
Male
46.4%
White
73.9%
Black
10.2%
Hispanic
7.2%
Two or more races
7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%

School Rankings

#33 Best Charter HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 59 Students
Western Carolina University 45 Students
Gardner-Webb University 43 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 41 Students
Appalachian State University 39 Students
North Carolina State University 37 Students
East Carolina University 28 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 27 Students
Clemson University 23 Students
Lenoir-Rhyne University 23 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 28 Students
Psychology 14 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 14 Students
Business 13 Students
Nursing 11 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 7 Students
Chemistry 6 Students
Criminology 5 Students
Occupational Therapy 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 15 Reviews
4.0 Junior
2/13/2024
I have been at Pinnacle since 2012 when the school first started. I have had an overall good experience as the school has continued to grow. I would love for Pinnacle to have a better sports program as I have had a wonderful time playing for multiple sports teams here. They are currently renovating the gym so I hope that will provide a better experience in the athletics department. Over all I have been able to have fun while attending Pinnacle Classical Academy.
5.0 Junior
5/3/2022
PCA claims to be a college preparatory school and they live up to it. As an attending high school student, I'm offered dual enrollment with a nearby community college, allowing me to complete my associate's degree by the time I graduate high school.
4.0 Junior
4/19/2021
I really like that Pinnacle has a strong academic curriculum, and that it does a good job at keeping an academically focused atmosphere.
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3.7 6 Reviews
1.0 other
8/22/2023
Former student here and I hated it there the teachers they would yell at you for no reason The car rider line is absolutely horrible they call kids out to the waiting area and it gets way to hot and we sit out there because they call children out 20 minutes before there car is ready for them One of...
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1.0 parent
2/26/2023
Our daughter has attended this school since 2013. The very first day it opened. She has learned a lot. She is now in the ninth grade. Pinnacle has never had a lunch room and never will. She has been on the softball team since seventh grade and she has had 4 different coaches. The girls are so confus...
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5.0 parent
12/17/2022
We moved from Vermont just to make sure that our daughter got to start kindergarten at PCA. Now, she is thriving in first grade, and we are looking forward to the next decade of wonderful academics and amazing faculty and staff that PCA offers. Not only are the academics beyond compare, but the facu...
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5.0 parent
7/19/2019
My children have flourished here and they love it. The students are challenged to set goals and do their best daily. The teachers and administration are supportive and they they bring out the best in every student. The kids here work very hard, no doubt, but they are better for it.
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Pinnacle Classical Academy

Pinnacle Classical Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 2401 Joes Lake Rd in Shelby, in the Shelby neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,165 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 29:1. Academic records show that 73% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Pinnacle Classical Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.7, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $290,767. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, Cleveland Early College High School, Shelby High School, and more. Learn more about what Shelby has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pinnacle Classical Academy.

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