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Emerald School of Excellence
High School
4012 CENTRAL AVE, Charlotte, NC 28205
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Emerald School of Excellence
Emerald School of Excellence is a private high school in Charlotte, NC 28205. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,479, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Emerald School of Excellence is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Emerald School of Excellence offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Emerald School of Excellence operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $36,679
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $36,816
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.00x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 34%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $251,623
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 23 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Emerald School of Excellence compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Charlotte, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emerald School of Excellence (this school) | — |
| Commonwealth High | 4.4 |
| Garinger High School | 3.1 |
| Military and Global Leadership | 5.6 |
| Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences | 5.2 |
| Cochrane Collegiate Academy | 3.5 |
| East Mecklenburg High School | 5.4 |
| Central Piedmont Early College | 5.9 |
| Sugar Creek Charter | 5.3 |
| Metro School | 7.0 |
| Myers Park High School | 5.0 |
| Cato Middle College High School | 5.4 |
| Charlotte Secondary | 4.2 |
| Williams Secondary Montessori | 7.9 |
| Independence High School | 4.5 |
| Charlotte Lab School | 3.3 |
| Northwest School of the Arts | 6.7 |
| West Charlotte High School | 6.7 |
| Julius L. Chambers High School | 3.6 |
| Stewart Creek High | 5.6 |
| Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology | 6.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 4012 CENTRAL AVE, Charlotte, NC 28205
- Phone
- (980) 299-2017
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4012 CENTRAL AVE, Charlotte, NC 28205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerald School of Excellence may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Commonwealth High (rated 4.4/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Garinger High School (rated 3.1/10, 1.8 miles away). For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eastway Middle Charlotte | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Merry Oaks International Academy Charlotte | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| THE NEST ACADEMY Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Winterfield Elementary Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Windsor Park Elementary Charlotte | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Commonwealth High Charlotte | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Oakhurst STEAM Academy Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Shamrock Gardens Elementary Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Movement School Eastland Charlotte | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Chantilly Montessori Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Garinger High School Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Charlotte East Language Academy Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| INTELLICOR INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Randolph Middle Charlotte | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Lawrence Orr Elementary Charlotte | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| McClintock Middle Charlotte | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Billingsville Elementary Charlotte | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP Charlotte Charlotte | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,479
Median Home Value
$410,800
Median Rent
$1,376/mo
Population
51,297
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
34
Community Profile
The community surrounding Emerald School of Excellence has a median household income of $72,479. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $410,800, with a median rent of $1,376/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerald School of Excellence
What grades does Emerald School of Excellence serve?
Emerald School of Excellence serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Emerald School of Excellence?
Emerald School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerald School of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerald School of Excellence is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Emerald School of Excellence a private school?
Yes, Emerald School of Excellence 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 Emerald School of Excellence a religious school?
No, Emerald School of Excellence is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- MECKLENBURG
- Phone
- (980) 299-2017
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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