Serving 132 students in grades Kindergarten-6, American Leadership Academy Charlotte 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Leadership Academy Charlotte ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
American Leadership Academy Charlotte's student population of 132 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
American Leadership Academy Charlotte 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 American Leadership Academy Charlotte is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
85%
25%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Leadership Academy Charlotte's ranking?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte is ranked #2163 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend American Leadership Academy Charlotte?
132 students attend American Leadership Academy Charlotte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of American Leadership Academy Charlotte students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Leadership Academy Charlotte?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does American Leadership Academy Charlotte offer ?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Leadership Academy Charlotte part of?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte is part of Ala Charlotte School District.
In what neighborhood is American Leadership Academy Charlotte located?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte is located in the Coulwood West neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Coulwood West.
School Reviews
1 5/6/2021
This school is horrible don't send your kids here. I wish I checked that stats before sending them here.
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