Serving 1,539 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bradford Preparatory School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bradford Preparatory School's student population of 1,539 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bradford Preparatory School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Preparatory School is 0.67, 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
#371 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
28%
25%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Preparatory School's ranking?
Bradford Preparatory School is ranked #371 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Bradford Preparatory School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bradford Preparatory School?
1,539 students attend Bradford Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bradford Preparatory School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bradford Preparatory School?
Bradford Preparatory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bradford Preparatory School offer ?
Bradford Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradford Preparatory School part of?
Bradford Preparatory School is part of Bradford Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Bradford Preparatory School located?
Bradford Preparatory School is located in the Mallard Creek Withrow Downs neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Mallard Creek Withrow Downs.
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