Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Irwin Academic Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin Academic Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irwin Academic Center's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Irwin Academic Center ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin Academic Center is 0.64, 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
#275 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
55%
25%
White
21%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 Irwin Academic Center's ranking?
Irwin Academic Center is ranked #275 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Irwin Academic Center?
381 students attend Irwin Academic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Irwin Academic Center students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin Academic Center?
Irwin Academic Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Irwin Academic Center offer ?
Irwin Academic Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin Academic Center part of?
Irwin Academic Center is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Irwin Academic Center located?
Irwin Academic Center is located in the Charlotte center city neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Charlotte center city.
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