Serving 769 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy 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 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy's student population of 769 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy 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 Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is 0.65, 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
#1542 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
54%
25%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy's ranking?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is ranked #1542 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy often compared to?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy?
769 students attend Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy offer ?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy part of?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is part of Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy located?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is located in the Dixie Berryhill neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Dixie Berryhill.
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