Serving 183 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aristotle 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aristotle Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Aristotle Preparatory Academy's student population of 183 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aristotle 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 Aristotle Preparatory Academy is 0.32, 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
#2163 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
82%
25%
White
5%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aristotle Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aristotle Preparatory Academy is ranked #2163 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Aristotle Preparatory Academy?
183 students attend Aristotle Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Aristotle Preparatory Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Aristotle Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aristotle Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Aristotle Preparatory Academy part of?
Aristotle Preparatory Academy is part of Aristotle Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aristotle Preparatory Academy located?
Aristotle Preparatory Academy is located in the Coulwood West neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Coulwood West.
School Reviews
1 5/6/2021
This school is horrible don't send your kids here. I wish I checked that stats before sending them here.
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