Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, Coulwood Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coulwood STEM Academy serves the northwest part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coulwood Stem Academy's student population of 632 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Coulwood Stem 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 Coulwood Stem Academy is 0.54, 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
#1359 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
63%
24%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coulwood Stem Academy's ranking?
Coulwood Stem Academy is ranked #1359 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Coulwood Stem Academy?
632 students attend Coulwood Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Coulwood Stem Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coulwood Stem Academy?
Coulwood Stem Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coulwood Stem Academy offer ?
Coulwood Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coulwood Stem Academy part of?
Coulwood Stem Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Coulwood Stem Academy located?
Coulwood Stem Academy is located in the Coulwood West neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Coulwood West.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a good sometimes clean school
5 10/10/2025
I used to go to the school i am in high school now but i love Coulwood middle school it a place were you could be yourself.
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