Ardrey Kell High School is a public high school serving grades 9–12 in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. The school is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district.
Serving 3,036 students in grades 9-12, Ardrey Kell High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (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 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,036 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardrey Kell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Ardrey Kell High School's student population of 3,036 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,036 students
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Ardrey Kell High 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 Ardrey Kell High School is 0.70, 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
#46 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
41%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardrey Kell High School's ranking?
Ardrey Kell High School is ranked #46 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ardrey Kell High School often compared to?
Ardrey Kell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Providence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Ardrey Kell High School?
The graduation rate of Ardrey Kell High School is 97%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Ardrey Kell High School?
3,036 students attend Ardrey Kell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ardrey Kell High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardrey Kell High School?
Ardrey Kell High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ardrey Kell High School offer ?
Ardrey Kell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ardrey Kell High School part of?
Ardrey Kell High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ardrey Kell High School located?
Ardrey Kell High School is located in the Provincetowne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Provincetowne.
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