Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy

5833 Millhaven Lane
Charlotte, NC 28269
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Serving 78 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy's student population of 78 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy 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 Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#2591 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(21-22)
≤10%
51%
≤10%
50%
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
63%
25%
White
15%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
(21-22)
11-19%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy's ranking?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy is ranked #2591 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy often compared to?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Metro School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy?
The graduation rate of Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy is 11-19%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy?
78 students attend Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy offer ?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy part of?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy located?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Academy is located in the Slater Road And Hamilton Circle neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Slater Road And Hamilton Circle.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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