Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bain Elementary serves the southeastern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bain Elementary School's student population of 766 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Bain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bain Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)76%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bain Elementary School's ranking?
Bain Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bain Elementary School often compared to?
Bain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School, Queen's Grant Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bain Elementary School?
766 students attend Bain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bain Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bain Elementary School?
Bain Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bain Elementary School offer ?
Bain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bain Elementary School part of?
Bain Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school is basically all rich white kids. My son has had nothing but problems with bullying since we moved to this school. He hates it and begs us to move back to where we lived before. The school is overcrowded and there is obviously the only thing that really matters are ratings and test scores. There is no child-based learning programs, or STEM programs at this school. Why on earth hasn't this school caught up with the flexible learning programs that are offered at so many other schools in CMS? Don't send your kids here if you're looking for any sort of diversity or culture.
5 10/10/2025
I'm not sure what the other review means by no STEM programs...My daughter has had STEAM weekly for 2 years at Bain. Along with Art, Music, Library, and PE. I feel like there is a big focus on sciences and arts along with math and reading. Judging a school during the year of Covid doesn't seem too fair, but I think schools all did the best they could. My daughter has enjoyed her time there so far and we're happy to be able to live in Bain zoning. We moved to the area so she could go to Bain. It's like a free private school education in my opinion. And I'm not sure what the other reviewer means by rich white kids. Yes, there are a lot of white children at Bain. However, in both my daughter's K and 1st-grade classes, there was a diverse mix of students ranging from black, white, Hispanic, Indian, Russian, and so on.
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