Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, South Charlotte Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Charlotte Middle 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
South Charlotte Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Charlotte Middle 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 South Charlotte Middle School is 0.60, 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
#408 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
60%
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
14%
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 South Charlotte Middle School's ranking?
South Charlotte Middle School is ranked #408 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Charlotte Middle School often compared to?
South Charlotte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jay M. Robinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% 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 South Charlotte Middle School?
808 students attend South Charlotte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Charlotte Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Charlotte Middle School?
South Charlotte Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Charlotte Middle School offer ?
South Charlotte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Charlotte Middle School part of?
South Charlotte Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 11/1/2021
The school has wonderful and involved teaching with an above-average caring touch per student. The curriculum is very challenging (sometimes a little more difficult than necessary because some teachers don''t take the time to get the material across well enough for the kids to understand). The homework assignments are too overwhelming in time demands to get it all done in efficient and productive ways of retention. School leaders may need to discuss collaborative efforts to help on the at-home workloads for children to be rested enough to comprehend what they are teaching.
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