Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Polo Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Polo Ridge Elementary serves the southern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes within the zone, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Ridge 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
Polo Ridge Elementary School's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Polo Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polo Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#81 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)88%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polo Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Polo Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Polo Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawk Ridge Elementary School, Providence Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Polo Ridge Elementary School?
634 students attend Polo Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Polo Ridge Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polo Ridge Elementary School?
Polo Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polo Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Polo Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polo Ridge Elementary School part of?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Polo Ridge Elementary School located?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is located in the Providence Crossing neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Providence Crossing.
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