Stars Charter School

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Stars Charter School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
140 Southern Dunes Dr,  Vass, NC
4.6
4.6
885 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Wesley Graner
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
84%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.39

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
84%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
57
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.2%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
23.5%
State Average
19.2%
Science
24.3%
State Average
20.8%
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
367:1

Student Diversity

Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%
White
72.6%
Hispanic
12.6%
Black
6.9%
Two or more races
5.8%
Native American
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#18 Best Charter HS in North Carolina
#18 Best Public HS Teachers in North Carolina
#35 Best Public MS Teachers in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Carolina State University 3 Students
Appalachian State University 2 Students
Elon University 2 Students
Sandhills Community College 2 Students
Meredith College 2 Students
University of North Carolina School of the Arts 2 Students
Clemson University 1 Students
East Carolina University 1 Students
Harvard University 1 Students
Joffrey Ballet School - American Ballet Center 1 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Programming 3 Students
Dance 2 Students
Art Teacher Education 2 Students
Computer Science 1 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 1 Students
Creative Writing 1 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 1 Students
History Teacher Education 1 Students
English and Speech Teacher Education 1 Students
Computer Graphics 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 4 Reviews
4.0 Parent
9/27/2018
Small school environment allows teachers to really get to know each student. Great parent involvement. The arts programs there are outstanding.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 16 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/14/2025
We are new immigrants and seventh graders. STARSCharter School has given me a wonderful experience. There are so many positive things. If I had to describe it in three words as a parent, they would be friendly, efficient, and heartwarming. Friendly: In July, while we were still waiting in line, we v...
2.0 other
1/8/2025
STARS Charter lost its beautiful soul when it significantly increased (by 3-4x) its student body (about 4 years ago). Some administrators and teachers are fantastic, but others are inexperienced and petty. These days, the school seems single focused on "making the grade" and "teaching to the test" r...
5.0 parent
1/26/2022
I can not say enough wonderful things about our school. From amazing teachers who care deeply about each of their kiddos, to their ability to teach to learn NOT teach to test. To the admin who walk the halls and invest personally in the lives of the students. An active PTO and parents who are invest...
5.0 parent
1/25/2022
Our family has had an incredible experience at STARS. With three children in elementary, middle, and high school, we couldn't be more impressed with the administration and the efficiency in which the school is run, the caliber of the teachers and their passion, and the creativity that our children a...

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Stars Charter School is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 140 Southern Dunes Dr in Vass, in the Southern Pines neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 885 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 84% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 82% are proficient in reading. Stars Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39. The average home value in this area is $517,990. Discover additional schools in the area, like Highland Christian Academy, Covenant Preparatory School, Calvary Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Vass has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Stars Charter School.

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