Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Starmount Academy Of Excellence 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Starmount Academy Of Excellence's student population of 474 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Starmount Academy Of Excellence 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 Starmount Academy Of Excellence is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2548 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
77%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starmount Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Starmount Academy Of Excellence is ranked #2548 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Starmount Academy Of Excellence?
474 students attend Starmount Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Starmount Academy Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starmount Academy Of Excellence?
Starmount Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Starmount Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Starmount Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Starmount Academy Of Excellence part of?
Starmount Academy Of Excellence is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Starmount Academy Of Excellence located?
Starmount Academy Of Excellence is located in the Starmount neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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