Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakhurst Steam 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 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakhurst Steam Academy's student population of 523 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Oakhurst Steam 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 Oakhurst Steam Academy is 0.69, 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)42%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
39%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakhurst Steam Academy's ranking?
Oakhurst Steam Academy is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Oakhurst Steam Academy often compared to?
Oakhurst Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Lab School, Chantilly Montessori, Shamrock Gardens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Oakhurst Steam Academy?
523 students attend Oakhurst Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Oakhurst Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakhurst Steam Academy?
Oakhurst Steam Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakhurst Steam Academy offer ?
Oakhurst Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakhurst Steam Academy part of?
Oakhurst Steam Academy is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Oakhurst Steam Academy located?
Oakhurst Steam Academy is located in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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