Serving 2,008 students in grades 9-12, West Charlotte High School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,008 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Charlotte High serves the northwest part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Charlotte High School's student population of 2,008 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,008 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1938
School Rankings
West Charlotte High School 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 West Charlotte High School is 0.41, 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
#2111 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
75%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
69%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Charlotte High School's ranking?
West Charlotte High School is ranked #2111 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Charlotte High School often compared to?
West Charlotte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Charlotte High School?
The graduation rate of West Charlotte High School is 69%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Charlotte High School?
2,008 students attend West Charlotte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Charlotte High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Charlotte High School?
West Charlotte High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Charlotte High School offer ?
West Charlotte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Charlotte High School part of?
West Charlotte High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is West Charlotte High School located?
West Charlotte High School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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