Serving 940 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palisades Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Palisades Park Elementary School's student population of 940 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
940 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Palisades Park Elementary 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 Palisades Park Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#412 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)78%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
41%
24%
White
27%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Park Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Park Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Palisades Park Elementary School often compared to?
Palisades Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winget Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Palisades Park Elementary School?
940 students attend Palisades Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Palisades Park Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades Park Elementary School?
Palisades Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Palisades Park Elementary School offer ?
Palisades Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palisades Park Elementary School part of?
Palisades Park Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Palisades Park Elementary School located?
Palisades Park Elementary School is located in the Palisades neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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