Serving 1,002 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Charlotte Lab School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlotte Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Charlotte Lab School's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Charlotte Lab School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlotte Lab School is 0.70, 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
#1169 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
44%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 Charlotte Lab School's ranking?
Charlotte Lab School is ranked #1169 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charlotte Lab School often compared to?
Charlotte Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Island Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Charlotte Lab School?
1,002 students attend Charlotte Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Charlotte Lab School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlotte Lab School?
Charlotte Lab School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charlotte Lab School offer ?
Charlotte Lab School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlotte Lab School part of?
Charlotte Lab School is part of Charlotte Lab School District.
In what neighborhood is Charlotte Lab School located?
Charlotte Lab School is located in the Southside Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Southside Park.
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