Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olde Providence Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Olde Providence Elementary serves the southern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olde Providence Elementary School 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
Olde Providence Elementary School's student population of 687 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olde Providence Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olde Providence Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#209 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)81%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olde Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Olde Providence Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Olde Providence Elementary School often compared to?
Olde Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Olde Providence Elementary School?
687 students attend Olde Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Olde Providence Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olde Providence Elementary School?
Olde Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olde Providence Elementary School offer ?
Olde Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olde Providence Elementary School part of?
Olde Providence Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Olde Providence Elementary School located?
Olde Providence Elementary School is located in the Olde Providence South neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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