Serving 884 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy's student population of 884 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1639 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
63%
24%
White
6%
42%
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
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy's ranking?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is ranked #1639 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy often compared to?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy?
884 students attend Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy offer ?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy part of?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is part of Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy located?
Southwest Charlotte Stem Academy is located in the Dixie Berryhill neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Dixie Berryhill.
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