Movement Charter School

2701-b Freedom Dr
Charlotte, NC 28208
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Movement Charter 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-7
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Movement Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Movement Charter School's student population of 640 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 121% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
640 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Movement Charter 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 Movement Charter School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1600 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Movement Charter School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
46%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Movement Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Movement Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Movement Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
8%
20%
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Black
88%
25%
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White
2%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.22
This chart displays the diversity score of Movement Charter School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Movement Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Movement Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Movement Charter School's ranking?
Movement Charter School is ranked #1600 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Movement Charter School often compared to?
Movement Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Island Lake Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Movement Charter School?
640 students attend Movement Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Movement Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Movement Charter School?
Movement Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Movement Charter School offer ?
Movement Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Movement Charter School part of?
Movement Charter School is part of Movement Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Movement Charter School located?
Movement Charter School is located in the Ashley Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Ashley Park.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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