Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Polo Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Ridge 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
School Overview
Polo Ridge Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polo Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polo Ridge Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#81 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polo Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Polo Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Polo Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawk Ridge Elementary School, Providence Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Polo Ridge Elementary School?
588 students attend Polo Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Polo Ridge Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polo Ridge Elementary School?
Polo Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polo Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Polo Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Polo Ridge Elementary School part of?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Polo Ridge Elementary School located?
Polo Ridge Elementary School is located in the Providence Crossing neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Providence Crossing.
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