Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Unity Classical Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity Classical Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Unity Classical Charter School's student population of 606 students has grown by 265% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Unity Classical Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unity Classical Charter School is 0.75, which is more 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
#881 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
35%
25%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
17%
52%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity Classical Charter School's ranking?
Unity Classical Charter School is ranked #881 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Unity Classical Charter School often compared to?
Unity Classical Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Gate Elementary School, Metrolina Reg Scholars Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Unity Classical Charter School?
606 students attend Unity Classical Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Unity Classical Charter School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Unity Classical Charter School?
Unity Classical Charter School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Unity Classical Charter School offer ?
Unity Classical Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Unity Classical Charter School part of?
Unity Classical Charter School is part of Unity Classical Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Unity Classical Charter School located?
Unity Classical Charter School is located in the Yorkmount neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Yorkmount.
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