Harlem Promise Charter School serves 379 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 was higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 69% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
38%
25%
White
31%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Harlem Promise Charter School?
379 students attend Harlem Promise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Harlem Promise Charter School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Promise Charter School?
Harlem Promise Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlem Promise Charter School offer ?
Harlem Promise Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Harlem Promise Charter School part of?
Harlem Promise Charter School is part of Columbus County Schools School District.
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