Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Irwin Academic Center 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 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin Academic Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irwin Academic Center's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irwin Academic Center 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 Irwin Academic Center is 0.66, 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
#275 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin Academic Center's ranking?
Irwin Academic Center is ranked #275 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Irwin Academic Center?
371 students attend Irwin Academic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Irwin Academic Center students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irwin Academic Center?
Irwin Academic Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Irwin Academic Center offer ?
Irwin Academic Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin Academic Center part of?
Irwin Academic Center is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Irwin Academic Center located?
Irwin Academic Center is located in the Charlotte center city neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Charlotte center city.
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