Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Steele Creek Preparatory Academy 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy's student population of 335 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy 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 Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is 0.51, 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
#2224 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
66%
24%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steele Creek Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is ranked #2224 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Steele Creek Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy, Rama Road Elementary School, Steele Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
335 students attend Steele Creek Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Steele Creek Preparatory Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steele Creek Preparatory Academy offer ?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steele Creek Preparatory Academy part of?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is part of Steele Creek Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Steele Creek Preparatory Academy located?
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is located in the Eagle Lake neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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