Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shamrock Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shamrock Gardens Elementary serves the southeast part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shamrock Gardens Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
55%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lucky The Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamrock Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shamrock Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Mill Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Shamrock Gardens Elementary School?
532 students attend Shamrock Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shamrock Gardens Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shamrock Gardens Elementary School?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shamrock Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shamrock Gardens Elementary School part of?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Shamrock Gardens Elementary School located?
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School is located in the Oaklawn neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Oaklawn.
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