Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gov's Village Stem (Lower) 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gov's Village Stem (Lower)'s student population of 852 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gov's Village Stem (Lower) is 0.61, 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
#1895 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
57%
25%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gov's Village Stem (Lower)'s ranking?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) is ranked #1895 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gov's Village Stem (Lower) often compared to?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower)is often viewed alongside schools like Gov's Village Stem (Upper), Mallard Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gov's Village Stem (Lower)?
852 students attend Gov's Village Stem (Lower).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gov's Village Stem (Lower) students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gov's Village Stem (Lower)?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gov's Village Stem (Lower) offer ?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gov's Village Stem (Lower) part of?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Gov's Village Stem (Lower) located?
Gov's Village Stem (Lower) is located in the Mineral Springs And Rumple Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Mineral Springs And Rumple Road.
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