Movement School Southwest serves 233 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Movement School Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Movement School Southwest's student population of 233 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Movement School Southwest is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
68%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
68%
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
How many students attend Movement School Southwest?
233 students attend Movement School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Movement School Southwest students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Movement School Southwest?
Movement School Southwest has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Movement School Southwest offer ?
Movement School Southwest offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Movement School Southwest part of?
Movement School Southwest is part of Movement School Southwest School District.
In what neighborhood is Movement School Southwest located?
Movement School Southwest is located in the Ashley Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Ashley Park.
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