Serving 1,453 students in grades 9-12, West Charlotte High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Charlotte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Charlotte High School's student population of 1,453 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Charlotte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Charlotte High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1755 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
77%
25%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Charlotte High School's ranking?
West Charlotte High School is ranked #1755 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Charlotte High School often compared to?
West Charlotte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Charlotte High School?
The graduation rate of West Charlotte High School is 63%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Charlotte High School?
1,453 students attend West Charlotte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Charlotte High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Charlotte High School?
West Charlotte High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Charlotte High School offer ?
West Charlotte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Charlotte High School part of?
West Charlotte High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
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