Very Good

#78 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 19% of private schools

Charlotte Preparatory School

Elementary School

212 BOYCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28211

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#78 of 404

In Charlotte

#12 of 39

public schools

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About Charlotte Preparatory School

Charlotte Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Charlotte, NC. Charlotte Preparatory School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlotte Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.0 pts above NC schools

7.4

This school 7.4 · Very Good
NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Charlotte Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Charlotte Preparatory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Charlotte Preparatory School compares to 155 public schools serving similar grades in Charlotte, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.6:1

This School

16.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

312

This School

624

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.4

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.7% vs 0%

Black 11.5% vs 0%

Asian 8% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%

Charlotte Preparatory School Charlotte Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Charlotte Preparatory School (this school)	—	312	6.6:1	7.4
Lansdowne Elementary	0.8 mi	547	14:1	6.4
Charlotte Secondary	1.2 mi	174	21.8:1	3.4
Greenway Park Elementary	1.5 mi	544	14.3:1	5.4
Rama Road Elementary	1.6 mi	540	15.4:1	6.7
McClintock Middle	2.3 mi	1,007	15.5:1	6.8
Carmel Middle	2.3 mi	1,050	16.9:1	5.7
Cotswold Elementary	2.7 mi	326	13.6:1	5.6
Sharon Elementary	2.7 mi	704	16.4:1	8.7
Piney Grove Elementary	2.8 mi	474	12.5:1	5.8
Randolph Middle	2.9 mi	1,176	19.6:1	6.7
Olde Providence Elementary	3.0 mi	694	16.9:1	8.3
Idlewild Elementary	3.1 mi	869	15:1	6.6
Oakhurst STEAM Academy	3.4 mi	522	15.4:1	7.7
Alexander Graham Middle	3.8 mi	1,202	18.8:1	3.9
Beverly Woods Elementary	3.9 mi	649	15.8:1	8.4
Selwyn Elementary	3.9 mi	671	16.8:1	8.7
Billingsville Elementary	4.1 mi	392	15.7:1	3.3
Albemarle Road Elementary	4.1 mi	719	15.3:1	5.8
Winterfield Elementary	4.2 mi	459	13.5:1	3.6
South Charlotte Middle	4.2 mi	821	19.1:1	6.8

Showing 20 of 155 schools. View all schools in Charlotte

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.

Classroom Attention

A 8.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,061.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 312

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.7%

Black 11.5%

Two or More 9.3%

Asian 8.0%

Hispanic 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

212 BOYCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charlotte Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elizabeth Lane Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Matthews), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rama Road Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lansdowne Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CYZNER INSTITUTE Charlotte	0.2 mi	25	—
CHARLOTTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charlotte	0.5 mi	1,150	5.6
Lansdowne Elementary Charlotte	0.8 mi	547	6.4
PROVIDENCE DAY SCHOOL Charlotte	1.0 mi	1,820	6.9
CHARLOTTE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Charlotte	0.9 mi	129	6.1
Charlotte Secondary Charlotte	1.2 mi	174	3.4
Rama Road Elementary Charlotte	1.6 mi	540	6.7
THE FLETCHER SCHOOL Charlotte	1.5 mi	283	7.6
Greenway Park Elementary Charlotte	1.5 mi	544	5.4
CROSSWAY ACADEMY Charlotte	1.6 mi	99	6.2
East Mecklenburg High School Charlotte	2.1 mi	2,372	7.6
TRINITY CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte	1.9 mi	89	5.0
McClintock Middle Charlotte	2.3 mi	1,007	6.8
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Charlotte	1.9 mi	1,727	5.8
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte	2.4 mi	66	6.1
Providence High School Charlotte	2.6 mi	2,126	8.0
ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte	2.6 mi	75	6.6
Carmel Middle Charlotte	2.3 mi	1,050	5.7
PHILIPS ACADEMY Charlotte	2.4 mi	47	7.3
Elizabeth Lane Elementary Matthews	2.7 mi	660	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,221

Median Home Value

$701,900

Median Rent

$1,660/mo

Population

32,637

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

37.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh, NC	266	7.4
Denton Elementary Denton, NC	391	7.4
Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary Hallsboro, NC	376	7.4
Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg, NC	249	7.4
Moore Montessori Community School Southern Pines, NC	234	7.4
Moss Hill Elementary Kinston, NC	389	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charlotte Preparatory School

What grades does Charlotte Preparatory School serve?

Charlotte Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Charlotte Preparatory School?

Charlotte Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlotte Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charlotte Preparatory School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Charlotte Preparatory School rank in NC?

Charlotte Preparatory School ranks #78 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Charlotte Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charlotte Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Charlotte Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Charlotte Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Charlotte Preparatory School a religious school?

No, Charlotte Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 23 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 312
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 47
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.1 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large City
County: Mecklenburg County
Phone: (704) 366-5994

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