Charlotte Public Schools School District
School District · Charlotte, Michigan
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Enrollment
2,355
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Enrollment
2,355
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Evaluating Charlotte Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Charlotte Public Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Parkview Elementary School
Charlotte · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Washington Elementary School
Charlotte · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Charlotte Senior High School
Charlotte · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#343 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,866
$1,717 vs Michigan median
District size
2,355 students
Larger than Michigan median
The short answer
Charlotte Public Schools ranks #343 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Charlotte Public Schools's schools with real test data average 5.6/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Parkview Elementary School (6.6/10), Washington Elementary School (6.2/10), and Charlotte Senior High School (6.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Charlotte Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parkview Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Washington Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Charlotte Senior High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Charlotte Public Schools Project Success | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Charlotte Upper Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Charlotte Middle School | 4.4 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Charlotte Public Schools
Charlotte Public Schools is a Charlotte, Michigan school district serving 7 schools.The district educates 2,355 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1. District-level spending was $12,866 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Charlotte Public Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Parkview Elementary School, which has a composite score of 6.6/10.
In standardized testing, Charlotte Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 43.1% and ELA proficiency of 51.5%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Charlotte Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Charlotte Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Charlotte Public Schools
7 schoolsDistrict Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Charlotte
- Total Enrollment
- 2,355
- Teachers (FTE)
- 122
- District spending per student
- $12,866NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 9.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Charlotte Public Schools?
Charlotte Public Schools has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Charlotte Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Charlotte Public Schools is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Charlotte Public Schools?
Charlotte Public Schools's district-level spending was $12,866 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Charlotte Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Charlotte Public Schools is 19.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Charlotte Public Schools?
Parkview Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Charlotte Public Schools with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What are the test scores in Charlotte Public Schools?
Across schools in Charlotte Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 43.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Charlotte Public Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
Charlotte Public Schools has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 43.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.5%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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- Ann Arbor Public Schools (32)
- Kalamazoo Public Schools (31)
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- Livonia Public Schools School District (26)
- Michigan Department of Corrections (25)
- Plymouth-canton Community Schools (25)
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- Rochester Community School District (22)
- Troy School District (21)
- Chippewa Valley Schools (20)
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- L'anse Creuse Public Schools (19)
- Forest Hills Public Schools (18)
- Waterford School District (17)
- Farmington Public School District (16)
- Huron Valley Schools (16)
- Kentwood Public Schools (16)
- Port Huron Area School District (16)
- Saginaw School District of the City of (16)
- Traverse City Area Public Schools (16)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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