Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ashley Park Prek-8 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 16% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley Park Prek-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ashley Park Prek-8 School's student population of 347 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Ashley Park Prek-8 School 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 Ashley Park Prek-8 School is 0.48, 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
#2542 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)16%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
67%
25%
White
1%
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
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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 Ashley Park Prek-8 School's ranking?
Ashley Park Prek-8 School is ranked #2542 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ashley Park Prek-8 School often compared to?
Ashley Park Prek-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bruns Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ashley Park Prek-8 School?
347 students attend Ashley Park Prek-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ashley Park Prek-8 School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashley Park Prek-8 School?
Ashley Park Prek-8 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ashley Park Prek-8 School offer ?
Ashley Park Prek-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley Park Prek-8 School part of?
Ashley Park Prek-8 School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ashley Park Prek-8 School located?
Ashley Park Prek-8 School is located in the Ashley Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Ashley Park.
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