Serving 688 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sharon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 27% 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon Elementary serves the southern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon 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
Sharon Elementary School's student population of 688 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Sharon 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 Sharon Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#141 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Sharon Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sharon Elementary School often compared to?
Sharon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selwyn Elementary School, Beverly Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sharon Elementary School?
688 students attend Sharon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sharon Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Elementary School?
Sharon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sharon Elementary School offer ?
Sharon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon Elementary School part of?
Sharon Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sharon Elementary School located?
Sharon Elementary School is located in the Foxcroft neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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