Serving 813 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Charlotte 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 14% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Charlotte's student population of 813 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Charlotte 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 Kipp Charlotte is 0.33, 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
#2526 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)14%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
81%
24%
White
1%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Charlotte's ranking?
Kipp Charlotte is ranked #2526 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Charlotte?
813 students attend Kipp Charlotte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kipp Charlotte students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Charlotte?
Kipp Charlotte has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Charlotte offer ?
Kipp Charlotte offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Charlotte part of?
Kipp Charlotte is part of KIPP: Charlotte School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Charlotte located?
Kipp Charlotte is located in the Eastway neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastway.
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