Niner University Elementary School

2414 Lester Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
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Bottom 50%
Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Niner University Elementary 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Niner University Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Niner University Elementary School's student population of 133 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
133 students
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School Rankings

Niner University Elementary 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 Niner University Elementary 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)
#2508 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤20%
51%
≤20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
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15:1
American Indian
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1%
Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
4%
21%
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Black
88%
25%
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White
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43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.22
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Niner University Elementary School's ranking?
Niner University Elementary School is ranked #2508 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Niner University Elementary School?
133 students attend Niner University Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Niner University Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Niner University Elementary School offer ?
Niner University Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Niner University Elementary School part of?
Niner University Elementary School is part of Niner University Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Niner University Elementary School located?
Niner University Elementary School is located in the Reid Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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