Serving 925 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ballantyne Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballantyne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ballantyne Elementary School's student population of 925 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ballantyne Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballantyne Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#294 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
20%
25%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballantyne Elementary School's ranking?
Ballantyne Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ballantyne Elementary School often compared to?
Ballantyne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elon Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ballantyne Elementary School?
925 students attend Ballantyne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Ballantyne Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballantyne Elementary School?
Ballantyne Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballantyne Elementary School offer ?
Ballantyne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ballantyne Elementary School part of?
Ballantyne Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ballantyne Elementary School located?
Ballantyne Elementary School is located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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