Summary:
Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy is the only public charter school serving grades K-8 in the Southwest Charlotte area. With a diverse student population of 817 students, the school has emerged as a standout performer, particularly in the lower grade levels.
The school's test scores in mathematics, reading, and science are generally higher than the state averages, with 72.4% of 3rd graders proficient or better in mathematics compared to the state average of 62.7%. This strong performance in the lower grades suggests the school is effectively supporting student learning in the early years. However, the school's test scores tend to decline in the upper grades, particularly in mathematics, indicating a need to examine instructional practices and support for students as they progress through the grades.
Despite the declining performance in the upper grades, Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy has seen a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 1009 out of 1514 North Carolina elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 485 out of 1505 in 2023-2024, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's diverse student population, with 57.04% African American, 20.81% Hispanic, and 6.12% Asian students, is a positive, and the school will need to continue monitoring the performance of different racial/ethnic groups to ensure equitable outcomes.
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