Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Providence Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Spring 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
Providence Spring Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Providence Spring 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 Providence Spring Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#33 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
77%
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
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Spring Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Providence Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Providence Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polo Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Providence Spring Elementary School?
602 students attend Providence Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Providence Spring Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence Spring Elementary School?
Providence Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Providence Spring Elementary School offer ?
Providence Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Providence Spring Elementary School part of?
Providence Spring Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Providence Spring Elementary School located?
Providence Spring Elementary School is located in the Providence Plantation neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
School Reviews
5 1/31/2022
As a Paideia-accredited school, PSE places emphasis on both academia as well as building good citizens of the world. It's truly one of the best schools across the state with teachers, administrators, parents, and kids who care about doing the right thing.
5 8/18/2020
I started going here in 1st grade and finished 5th back in 2016. I really do think this is a great school. As you can see it ranks in the top 1% in all of NC, and that's crazy. That's really hard to achieve. The teachers I had were really good. They don't push testing success, but the students there still achieve in the top 1%. That's pretty darn good for a public school. I have to say things have changed there. It used to be an almost technology free school not even 10 years ago, but now they use it a lot from what I've heard. But still, every school uses a ton of technology, so it's not a surprise. When I was there, they used chrome books in a good way, for coding and things like that which really made things enjoyable. Great school and if you had the choice between Providence Spring or McKee Elem. or Matthews Elem., choose Providence Spring. I promise, your kid will get one heck of an education at PSE.
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