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Area School Information


SCHOOL OVERVIEW

Learning about schools is at the top of most newcomers’ lists. Families moving to the Charlotte area will find a wealth of educational opportunities here, including public, private, charter and parochial schools.

The Charlotte region’s public school systems offer solid, broad programs that meet the needs of a wide range of students, from special needs to academically gifted, college prep to technical. North Carolina has traditionally encouraged consolidation of public systems so that many counties have a single school system. While many systems have consolidated, some remain fiercely independent, such as Mooresville Graded School District in southern Iredell County. York County in South Carolina also has four public school systems, each with its own distinct qualities.

The largest public school system in the Carolinas is Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). This system is the 21st-largest in the nation, with over 130,000 students enrolled in 167 schools.

teacher reading a book to her classThe issue of pupil assignment is a large one in the CMS system. From the early 1970s until spring 2002, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools operated under a federal court desegregation order that placed emphasis on assigning pupils to schools to achieve a balanced racial mix. That court order has now ended and Charlotte-Mecklenburg has a new assignment plan that offers a K-12 feeder system, choice opportunities, stability, guaranteed school assignment and diversity through choice by letting parents decide which school is right for their child. For complete details on the current assignment plan, check the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us.

CMS will continue to provide top-rated educational opportunities such as the Bright Beginnings program. Serving over 4,000 students, this program offers a literacy-rich curriculum to 4-year-olds who might otherwise start kindergarten already behind other students. The program has proven its worth by preparing students to be on par with or ahead of their peers as they begin elementary school.

Classroom activityCMS features an innovative magnet school program that provides opportunities for students to pursue specific interests in their education. Fourteen magnet programs in 49 schools focus on such subjects as foreign language immersion; communication arts; math, science and technology; visual and performing arts; and accelerated learning.

The CMS system is rightly proud of its steadily improving performance in such areas as Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and end-of-grade tests.

CMS participates in the state’s ABCs of Public Education Accountability Program, which establishes standards for performance and improvement for every public school and then assesses the school using results on end-of-grade tests. The program ensures that schools are meeting the educational standards set up by the state and rewards schools that exceed their goals. For ABCs performance information on individual schools, check out the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Web site at www.ncpublicschools.org.

2007 SAT Scores
DistrictMathCritical ReadingWriting*Total
Charlotte-Mecklenburg5034934801476
Cabarrus County5194994861504
Catawba County5174844651467
Cleveland County5054864701461
Gaston County4924784631433
Iredell-Statesville5385074921537
Kannapolis City5024874591448
Lancaster County4744584391371
Lincoln County5084764671451
Mooresville City5174974881502
Union County5215024911514
York County 15024684601430
York County 25144934811487
York County 34864984721456
York County 45155335031551
North Carolina5094954821486
South Carolina4964884751465
Nation5155024941511
     
*Writing section of the SAT was added in 2005, and the total score is based on all three sections.       

A common theme among all Charlotte-region schools is growth. The tremendous increase in population is causing a surge in school enrollment, often putting classroom space, money and resources at a premium. Throughout this area, public and private schools are studying projections for growth and considering options to meet the demand for school services. As you check out the schools you’re considering, you’ll certainly see plenty of new construction and expansion projects under way, as well as plenty of mobile classrooms. Four new elementary schools opened for the 2008-2009 school year. Beginning its second year in 2008-2009, the Eight-PLUS program is a part of Superintendent Peter Gorman’s administrative plan to help struggling eighth-graders transition into high school. CMS has recently undergone major administrative changes under Gorman’s plan that divides the district into six learning communities.

Charter Schools

Charter schools are another educational option in the Charlotte region. Charter schools, which originated in Minnesota in the early 1990s, are independently operated public schools designed to serve as laboratories for innovation in education. Created and run by parents, teachers and/or community leaders, charter schools receive the same per-pupil funding as other public schools. However, they can spend the money and operate with fewer restrictions and government rules.
The N.C. Board of Education must approve charter schools before they can begin operation. In addition, these schools must undergo periodic reviews to determine that they’re meeting regulations and standards. There are 11 charter schools in Mecklenburg County, two in Gaston County, four in Iredell County, one in Union County, one in York County and one in Cabarrus County.

Private Schools

The Charlotte region also has a wealth of independent secular and religious private schools. Some large, well-established schools have huge campuses; others are small and new. There’s even a parochial school system, Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools, which encompasses the county’s eight parochial schools (but not the Catholic schools in Gastonia and Rock Hill).
You’ll find a range of educational offerings, including innovative programs, special classes for students with learning disabilities, religious training and character building. Because each private school has its own distinct philosophy and approach to learning, you’ll want to research schools, talk to parents and take a tour. For more information, visit the Web site www.charlottediocese.org.

School Directory

Public Schools

North Carolina

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
www.cms.k12.nc.us

All CMS numbers use the 980 area code.

Education Center switchboard         
980-343-6220
Exceptional children            
980-343-6960
International center  
980-343-3784
Magnet schools            
980-343-5030
Public information            
980-343-7450
Student placement            
980-343-5335
Superintendent            
980-343-6270
Talent development            
980-343-6955
Transportation                       
980-343-6715

Cabarrus County Schools
704-786-619
www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us

Catawba County Schools
828-464-8333
www.catawba.k12.nc.us

Cleveland County Schools
704-476-8000
www.ccss.k12.nc.us

Gaston County Schools
704-866-6100
www.gaston.k12.nc.us

Iredell-Statesville Schools
704-872-8931
www.iss.k12.nc.us

Lincoln County Schools
704-732-2261
www.lincoln.k12.nc.us

Mooresville Graded School District
704-664-5553
www.mgsd.k12.nc.us

Union County Schools
704-283-3733
www.ucps.k12.nc.us

For more information on N.C. public schools, check the state Department
of Public Instruction’s Web site (www.ncpublicschools.org) or call
the department at 919-807-3300.

South Carolina

Lancaster County Schools
803-286-6972
www.lcsd.k12.sc.us

York County District 1 (York)
803-684-9916
www.york.k12.sc.us

York County District 2 (Clover)
803-222-7191
www.clover.k12.sc.us

York County District 3 (Rock Hill)
803-981-1000
www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us

York County District 4 (Fort Mill)
803-548-2527
www.fort-mill.k12.sc.us

For more information on S.C. public schools, visit the state Department
of Education’s Web site, www.myscschools.com or call public information at 803-734-8815.

Charter Schools

American Renaissance
Charter School
111 Cooper St.
Statesville, NC 28677
704-924-8870
K-5
www.amerren-charterschool.org

American Renaissance
Middle School
217 S. Center St.
Statesville, NC 28677
704-878-6009
6-8

Children’s Attention Home
P.O. Box 2912
Rock Hill, SC 29372
803-328-8871
K-8
www.attentionhome.org

Children’s Community School
565 Griffith St.
Davidson, NC 28036
704-896-6262
K-3
www.ccsch.org

The Children’s School at Sylvia Circle
929 Sylvia Circle
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-981-1380
K3-5

The Community Charter School
926 Elizabeth Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28204
704-377-3180
K-5
website

Crossroads Charter High
5500 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28213
704-597-5100
9-12
www.crossroadscharter.org

Highland Charter Public School
324 N. Highland St.
Gastonia, NC 28052
704-861-2283
K-2
www.highlandcharter.org

Kennedy School
1717 Sharon Road West
Charlotte, NC 28210
704-688-2939
6-12

Lake Norman Charter School
12820 S. Church St.
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-948-8600
5-8
www.lncs.org

Metrolina Regional
Scholars’ Academy
9100 Olmsted Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-503-1112
K-8
www.scholarsacademy.org

Piedmont Community School
119 E 2nd Ave.
Gastonia, NC 28052
704-853-2428
K-9
www.pccharter.org

Queen’s Grant Community Schools
6400 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Mint Hill, NC 28227
704-573-6611
K-7
website

Socrates Academy
3209 Arborhill Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-366-6571
K-5

Success Institute
1424 Rickert St.
Statesville, NC 28677
704-881-0441
K-8

Sugar Creek Charter School
4101 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28206
704-509-5470
K-8
www.thesugarcreek.org

Union Academy
3828 Old Charlotte Hwy.
Monroe, NC 28110

Private Schools

Back Creek Christian Academy
1827 Back Creek Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28213
704-549-4101 ß PreK-7
academy.backcreekchurch.org

Believers Faith Center
Christian Academy
336 Brookview Road
Statesville, NC 28625
704-873-5484 ß K3-12
www.believersfaithcenter.com

Bible Baptist Christian School
2724 Margaret Wallace Road
Matthews, NC 28105
704-535-1694 ß K-12
www.bbcscolts.com

Blessed Sacrament Academy
2024 Sam Newell Road
Matthews, NC 28105
704-841-2292  ß K-5
website

Brisbane Academy
5901 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
704-598-5208 ß PreK-12
www.brisbaneacademy.org

Cannon School
5801 Poplar Tent Road
Concord, NC 28027
704-786-8171 ß PreK-12
www.cannonschool.org

Carmel Christian School
1145 Pineville-Matthews Road
Matthews, NC 28105
704-849-9723 ß K-8
www.carmelchristian.org

Charlotte Catholic High School
7702 Pineville-Matthews Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-543-1127
9-12
www.gocougars.org

Charlotte Christian School
7301 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-366-5657 ß JK-12
www.charlottechristian.com

Charlotte Country Day School
1440 Carmel Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-943-4500 ß JK-12
www.charlottecountryday.org

Charlotte Jewish Day School
5007 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-366-4558 ß K-5
www.cjdschool.com

Charlotte Latin School
9502 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-846-1100 ß PreK-12 
www.charlottelatin.org

Charlotte Lutheran School
1225 E. Morehead St.
Charlotte, NC 28204
704-372-7738 ß PK-5
www.charlottelutheran.org

Charlotte Preparatory School
212 Boyce Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
704-366-5994 ß K-8
www.charlotteprep.com

Chesterbrook Academy
7801 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-544-6844 ß PreK-5
website

Countryside Montessori School
9026 Mallard Creek Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-549-4253 ß Primary-8
website

Covenant Classical School
3200 Patrick Henry Drive
Concord, NC 28027
704-792-1854 ß K4-12
www.covenantclassical.org

Covenant Day School
800 Fullwood Lane
Matthews, NC 28105
704-847-2385 ß K-12
www.covenantday.org

Dore Academy
1727 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28207
704-365-5490 ß K-12
www.doreacademy.org

First Assembly Christian School
154 Warren C. Coleman Blvd.
Concord, NC 28027
704-793-4756 ß PreK-12
www.fachristianschool.org

The Fletcher School
8500 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-365-4658  K-12
www.thefletcherschool.org

Garr Christian Academy
7700 Wallace Road
Charlotte, NC 28212
704-568-7700 ß PreK-8
www.garrchristianacademy.org

Gaston Christian Schools
200 Mercy Drive
Belmont, NC 28012
Parkwood Campus
(elementary), Gastonia
704-864-2700
Catawba Heights Campus
(elementary), Belmont
704-827-8659
Belmont Campus
(grades 7-12), Belmont
704-825-9000
www.gcsinc.org

Gaston Day School
2001 Gaston Day School Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
704-864-7744 ß PreK-12
www.gastonday.org

Hickory Grove Baptist
Christian School
6050 Hickory Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
704-531-4008 ß TK-12
www.hgbcs.org

Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School
3100 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
704-527-7822
6-8
www.htcms.org

Lake Norman Day School
14101 Stumptown Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-1801 ß PreK-9
www.lakenormandayschool.com

Northside Christian Academy
333 Jeremiah Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-596-4074 PK-12
www.ncaknights.com

Omni Montessori Center
9536 Blakeney Heath Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-541-1326 ß K3-6
www.omni-montessori.org

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School
4225 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
704-531-0067
PK-5
www.olainfo.com

Providence Christian School
4906 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-364-0824 ß K-5
www.providencechristschool.org

Providence Day School
5800 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-887-7041 ß TK-12
www.providenceday.org

St. Ann Catholic School
600 Hillside Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28209
704-525-4938
TK-5
www.stannscatholicschool.com

St. Anne School
1698 Bird St., Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-324-4814 ß K4-8
www.stanneschool.com

St. Gabriel Catholic School
3028 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
704-366-2409
K-5
website

St. Mark Catholic School
14750 Stumptown Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-766-5000
K-8

St. Matthew Catholic School
1152 Elm Lane
Charlotte, NC 28227
704-544-2070
TK-5
www.st-matts.com

St. Michael’s Catholic School
704 St. Michael’s Lane
Gastonia, NC 28052
704-865-4382 ß PreK-8
www.stmichaelsgastonia.org/
stmichaelsschool

St. Patrick Catholic School
1125 Buchanan St.
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-333-3174
K-5
www.saintpatrickschool.org

SouthLake Christian Academy
13901 Hager’s Ferry Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-949-2200 ß K-12
www.southlakechristian.com

Statesville Montessori School
1012 Harmony Drive
Statesville, NC 28677
704-873-1092 ß PreK-8
www.statesvillemontessori.com

Trinity Episcopal School
750 E. 9th St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-358-8101 ß K-8
www.tescharlotte.org

Trinity Christian School
505 University Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-366-3121 ß K4-12
www.trinityrh.org

United Faith Christian Academy
8617 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-541-1742 ß PK-12
www.ufca.org

Westminster Catawba
Christian School
2650 India Hook Rd.
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803-366-4119 ß Primary-12
www.wccs.org

 

 

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