Lakeside Charter Academy

Summary:

Lakeside Charter Academy is an elementary school in Cornelius, North Carolina that serves 235 students from kindergarten to 8th grade. While the school has seen a gradual shift in its student demographics, with a decrease in the percentage of White students and an increase in Hispanic students, its academic performance has been a significant concern.

Lakeside Charter Academy has consistently underperformed compared to the state and nearby schools in terms of academic achievement. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in mathematics and reading were significantly lower than the state averages across all grade levels. For example, in 3rd grade, only 33.3% of Lakeside Charter Academy students were proficient in mathematics, compared to the state average of 62.7%. The school has a low statewide ranking, placing in the bottom third of North Carolina elementary schools, and its performance is particularly concerning for certain student subgroups, such as female and male students, as well as White students.

Despite having a relatively low student-teacher ratio, Lakeside Charter Academy has not been able to translate this resource into strong academic outcomes for its students. The surrounding schools in the Cornelius and Huntersville areas, such as Barnette Elementary, Coddle Creek Elementary, and Huntersville Elementary, generally outperform Lakeside Charter Academy in terms of academic achievement, school rankings, and student demographics. This suggests potential equity concerns within the school, and the need for a comprehensive review of its educational strategies and resource allocation to address these issues and improve outcomes for all students.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

17609 Old Statesville Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031

(704) 896-9500

District: Lakeside Charter Academy

SchoolDigger Rank:
1453^rd of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 13.8

Number of students: 235

Racial breakdown:

White:

45.1%

Hispanic:

26.4%

African American:

20.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 14.1%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Lakeside Charter Academy ranks worse than 96.5% of elementary schools in North Carolina. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 7.51. (See more...)

Compare Details Lakeside Charter Academy ranks worse than 85.9% of middle schools in North Carolina. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 17.69. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Lakeside Charter Academy is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (45.1%), Hispanic (26.4%), African American (20%). (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Lakeside Charter Academy is 13.8. (See more...)

Compare Lakeside Charter Academy employs 17 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Lakeside Charter Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Lakeside Charter Academy 1453^rd of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Lakeside Charter Academy in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Female students:

Male students:

White students:

SchoolDigger ranks Lakeside Charter Academy 681^st of 793 North Carolina public middle schools. (See Lakeside Charter Academy in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Male students:

Lakeside Charter Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Lakeside Charter Academy 232^nd of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Lakeside Charter Academy

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2015	70.44	407^th	1440	71.7%
2016	75.13	307^th	1425	78.5%
2017	37.71	954^th	1429	33.2%
2018	35.09	1004^th	1434	30.0%
2019	27.36	1138^th	1473	22.7%
2021	37.01	913^th	1489	38.7%
2022	43.43	853^rd	1514	43.7%
2023	32.35	1050^th	1502	30.1%
2024	7.51	1453^rd	1505	3.5%

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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2022	45.10	801^st	1458	45.1%
2023	31.13	1055^th	1459	27.7%
2024	17.05	1302^nd	1455	10.5%

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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2019	27.69	1129^th	1430	21.0%
2021	44.58	776^th	1444	46.3%
2022	48.01	758^th	1464	48.2%
2023	46.68	807^th	1461	44.8%
2024	10.92	1388^th	1464	5.2%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	57.55	473^rd	1172	59.6%
2022	26.30	976^th	1194	18.3%
2023	27.28	950^th	1183	19.7%
2024	7.39	1144^th	1166	1.9%

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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Lakeside Charter Academy

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Rank History for all middle school students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NC State Percentile
2021	22.81	583^rd	741	21.3%
2022	25.01	608^th	786	22.6%
2023	23.22	632^nd	784	19.4%
2024	17.69	681^st	793	14.1%

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Rank History for middle school Female students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	82.38	108^th	733	85.3%

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Rank History for middle school Male students at Lakeside Charter Academy

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2021	17.21	616^th	711	13.4%
2024	11.06	698^th	751	7.1%

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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Lakeside Charter Academy

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2015	295	12	2	31	0	0	23	363
2016	408	21	11	41	2	0	16	499
2017	101	22	8	15	0	0	11	157
2018	50	38	5	18	1	2	11	125
2019	43	17	1	22	1	2	6	92
2020	74	30	3	38	1	2	10	158
2021	110	36	5	48	0	2	12	213
2022	105	34	7	59	0	2	12	219
2023	106	47	10	62	0	2	8	235

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Lakeside Charter Academy

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2015	363	29.0	12.5	1.4
2016	499	36.0	13.8	0
2017	157	19.0	8.2	1.9
2018	125	10.1	12.3	12.8
2019	92	9.3	9.8	14.1
2020	158	13.3	11.8	n/a
2021	213	15.0	14.2	n/a
2022	219	16.5	13.2	n/a
2023	235	17.0	13.8	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Lakeside Charter Academy

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2015	363	29.0	12.5	1.4
2016	499	36.0	13.8	0
2017	157	19.0	8.2	1.9
2018	125	10.1	12.3	12.8
2019	92	9.3	9.8	14.1
2020	158	13.3	11.8	n/a
2021	213	15.0	14.2	n/a
2022	219	16.5	13.2	n/a
2023	235	17.0	13.8	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Lakeside Charter Academy

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 1138^th of 1473 Elementary schools	Ranks 1050^th of 1502 Elementary schools	7.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Lakeside Charter Academy)	21.4	55.2	33.8%
3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)	64.3	61.1	3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Lakeside Charter Academy)	21.4	55.2	33.8%
3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)	56.8	48	8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Lakeside Charter Academy)	42.9	30.4	12.5%
4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)	57.3	55.3	2%
4th Grade Reading (Lakeside Charter Academy)	71.4	39.1	32.3%
4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)	57.3	55.3	2%
7th Grade Mathematics (Lakeside Charter Academy)	80	18.2	61.8%
7th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)	58.4	50.1	8.3%
7th Grade Reading (Lakeside Charter Academy)	80	36.4	43.6%
7th Grade Reading (North Carolina)	58.8	50.2	8.6%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	92	235	155.4%
African American	17	47	176.5%
American Indian	1	0	100%
Asian	1	10	900%
Hispanic	22	62	181.8%
Pacific Islander	2	2
White	43	106	146.5%
Two or More Races	6	8	33.3%

Schools Near Lakeside Charter Academy

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				EOG Mathematics (2024)						EOG Reading (2024)						EOG Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	EOG Mathematics 3rd Grade	EOG Mathematics 4th Grade	EOG Mathematics 5th Grade	EOG Mathematics 6th Grade	EOG Mathematics 7th Grade	EOG Mathematics 8th Grade	EOG Reading 3rd Grade	EOG Reading 4th Grade	EOG Reading 5th Grade	EOG Reading 6th Grade	EOG Reading 7th Grade	EOG Reading 8th Grade	EOG Science 5th Grade	EOG Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Lakeside Charter Academy	Public, Charter	K-8	17609 Old Statesville Rd	Cornelius	28031	Mecklenburg County	Lakeside Charter Academy	Yes	No	No	No	(704) 896-9500	235	17	13.8		106 (45.1%)	47 (20.0%)	62 (26.4%)	10 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)	8 (3.4%)	7.5	1453^rd of 1505 public elementary schools	3.5%		32.3	1050^th of 1502 public elementary schools	30.1%	403	33.3	14.3	17.6	20.0	42.9		30.3	14.3	29.4	30.0	50.0	15.8	31.3	36.8
J.V. Washam Elementary	Public	K-5	9611 Westmoreland Rd	Cornelius	28031	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	No	(980) 343-1071	810	53	15.4	15.6%	553 (68.3%)	71 (8.8%)	108 (13.3%)	42 (5.2%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	35 (4.3%)	87.9	143^rd of 1505 public elementary schools	90.5%		85.8	154^th of 1502 public elementary schools	89.7%	11	87.4	86.5	78.3				70.6	68.7	62.1				82.6		$8,082	$405	$7,677
Grand Oak Elementary	Public, Magnet	K-5	15410 Stumptown Rd	Huntersville	28078	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(980) 343-2063	479	34	14.1	15.2%	330 (68.9%)	58 (12.1%)	54 (11.3%)	14 (2.9%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	21 (4.4%)	97	20^th of 1505 public elementary schools	98.7%		95.1	36^th of 1502 public elementary schools	97.6%	16	93.8	87.0	91.8				84.0	81.8	82.4				97.3		$9,599	$758	$8,841
Cornelius Elementary	Public	K-5	21126 Catawba Ave	Cornelius	28031	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	No	(980) 343-3905	567	37	15.5	24.3%	387 (68.3%)	63 (11.1%)	70 (12.3%)	22 (3.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (4.4%)	78.6	270^th of 1505 public elementary schools	82.1%		81.8	208^th of 1502 public elementary schools	86.2%	62	76.1	61.7	73.3				66.1	61.7	64.4				77.2		$8,730	$538	$8,193
Davidson K-8 School	Public	K-8	635 South St	Davidson	28036	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	No	(980) 343-3900	1,171	70	16.7	8.1%	886 (75.7%)	62 (5.3%)	124 (10.6%)	52 (4.4%)	2 (0.2%)	3 (0.3%)	42 (3.6%)	93.8	63^rd of 1505 public elementary schools	95.8%		93.3	71^st of 1502 public elementary schools	95.3%	8	83.7	85.2	84.3	82.4	85.3	79.0	78.0	82.8	76.1	72.5	80.1	80.4	89.6	87.4	$8,947	$371	$8,576
Huntersville Elementary	Public	K-5	200 Gilead Rd	Huntersville	28078	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	No	No	No	(980) 343-3835	868	47	18.2	17.9%	502 (57.8%)	115 (13.2%)	131 (15.1%)	79 (9.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	41 (4.7%)	90.6	107^th of 1505 public elementary schools	92.9%		93.3	69^th of 1502 public elementary schools	95.4%	38	82.8	73.6	87.6				70.3	64.8	80.5				91.1		$9,728	$667	$9,061
Torrence Creek Elementary	Public, Magnet	K-5	14550 Ranson Rd	Huntersville	28078	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(980) 343-0695	707	47	15.0	32.1%	337 (47.7%)	112 (15.8%)	195 (27.6%)	26 (3.7%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.3%)	34 (4.8%)	67.4	452^nd of 1505 public elementary schools	70.0%		64.2	511^th of 1502 public elementary schools	66.0%	59	63.9	76.9	63.2				56.5	64.8	52.6				66.7		$9,633	$652	$8,981
Coddle Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	141 Frank's Crossing Loop	Mooresville	28115	Iredell County	Iredell-Statesville Schools	No	No	No	No	(704) 439-1550	696	46	15.1	27.4%	426 (61.2%)	41 (5.9%)	88 (12.6%)	72 (10.3%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.3%)	66 (9.5%)	70.2	395^th of 1505 public elementary schools	73.8%		85.4	158^th of 1502 public elementary schools	89.5%	237	74.0	61.2	71.5				50.4	53.8	65.0				75.6		$7,589	$331	$7,258
North Academy of World Languages	Public, Magnet	K-8	12201 Hambright Rd	Huntersville	28078	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(980) 343-0743	617	44	13.8	31.8%	156 (25.3%)	262 (42.5%)	145 (23.5%)	11 (1.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	42 (6.8%)	82.1	215^th of 1505 public elementary schools	85.7%		82.7	201^st of 1502 public elementary schools	86.6%	14	86.2	75.5	85.7	54.4	51.6	66.0	67.2	65.3	78.0	63.3	62.5	68.8	88.1	93.6
Blythe Elementary	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	12202 Hambright Rd	Huntersville	28078	Mecklenburg County	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(980) 343-5770	915	49	18.5	45.2%	90 (9.8%)	530 (57.9%)	203 (22.2%)	52 (5.7%)	2 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	37 (4.0%)	43.4	865^th of 1505 public elementary schools	42.5%		48.7	786^th of 1502 public elementary schools	47.7%	79	68.6	53.1	48.6				55.5	46.5	39.9				50.0		$9,814	$778	$9,035

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Lakeside Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 3.5% of North Carolina elementary schools.

How many students attend Lakeside Charter Academy?

In the 2022-23 school year, 235 students attended Lakeside Charter Academy.

What is the racial makeup of Lakeside Charter Academy?

Students at Lakeside Charter Academy are 45% White, 26% Hispanic, 20% African American, 4% Asian, 3% Two or more races.

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