Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles H. Parker Academic Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles H. Parker Academic Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles H. Parker Academic Center's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Charles H. Parker Academic Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles H. Parker Academic Center is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#907 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
46%
25%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles H. Parker Academic Center's ranking?
Charles H. Parker Academic Center is ranked #907 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charles H. Parker Academic Center often compared to?
Charles H. Parker Academic Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Huntingtowne Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Charles H. Parker Academic Center?
489 students attend Charles H. Parker Academic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Charles H. Parker Academic Center students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles H. Parker Academic Center?
Charles H. Parker Academic Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles H. Parker Academic Center offer ?
Charles H. Parker Academic Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles H. Parker Academic Center part of?
Charles H. Parker Academic Center is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles H. Parker Academic Center located?
Charles H. Parker Academic Center is located in the West Blvd neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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