Serving 1,654 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sugar Creek Charter 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sugar Creek Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sugar Creek Charter's student population of 1,654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sugar Creek Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugar Creek Charter is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1618 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
83%
25%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Creek Charter's ranking?
Sugar Creek Charter is ranked #1618 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sugar Creek Charter often compared to?
Sugar Creek Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Queen City Stem School, Mallard Creek Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sugar Creek Charter?
The graduation rate of Sugar Creek Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Sugar Creek Charter?
1,654 students attend Sugar Creek Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sugar Creek Charter students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sugar Creek Charter?
Sugar Creek Charter has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sugar Creek Charter offer ?
Sugar Creek Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sugar Creek Charter part of?
Sugar Creek Charter is part of Sugar Creek Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Sugar Creek Charter located?
Sugar Creek Charter is located in the Sugar Creek neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Sugar Creek.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
great teachers, lots of respect,communication,help, understanding staff,& concern people
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