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#2097 of 2,648 schools in NC

Lebanon Road Elementary

Elementary School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

7300 Lebanon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,097 of 2,648

In Charlotte

#124 of 174

public schools

In district

#132 of 179

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Lebanon Road Elementary

4.8/10

Elementary School in Charlotte · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lebanon Road Elementary

Lebanon Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Lebanon Road Elementary serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lebanon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,097 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Lebanon Road Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Lebanon Road Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,198
Chronic Absenteeism31.8%

Lebanon Road Elementary — Students at Lebanon Road Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
40.4%
ELA
25.3%
2025
Math
54.5%
ELA
46.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Lebanon Road Elementary Compares

See how Lebanon Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
21th percentile in NC
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7300 Lebanon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lebanon Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bain Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Mint Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Idlewild Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Leadership Academy Charlotte (rated 6.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Independence High School Charlotte 0.9 mi 5.7
Northeast Middle Mint Hill 1.0 mi 3.1
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charlotte 1.0 mi
Queen's Grant Community School Mint Hill 1.9 mi 5.3
J. H. Gunn Elementary Charlotte 2.2 mi 5.1
Mint Hill Middle Matthews 2.2 mi 5.9
Mint Hill Elementary School Matthews 2.3 mi 6.1
Crown Point Elementary Matthews 2.2 mi 5.7
Albemarle Road Elementary Charlotte 2.4 mi 5.8
Albemarle Road Middle Charlotte 2.4 mi 3.3
Bain Elementary Mint Hill 2.4 mi 7.7
Piney Grove Elementary Charlotte 2.5 mi 5.8
CHARLOTTE ISLAMIC ACADEMY Charlotte 3.0 mi 8.8
MATTHEWS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews 2.8 mi 7.4
Hickory Grove Elementary Charlotte 3.3 mi 4.8
American Leadership Academy Charlotte Charlotte 3.6 mi 6.2
Idlewild Elementary Charlotte 3.1 mi 6.6
TRINITY CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte 3.4 mi 5.0
Rocky River High School Mint Hill 3.5 mi 4.8
Crestdale Middle Matthews 4.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,322

Median Home Value

$313,900

Median Rent

$1,412/mo

Population

60,162

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Angier Elementary Angier, NC 4.8
Ashley Park PreK-8 School Charlotte, NC 4.8
Charles England Elementary School Lexington, NC 4.8
East Clayton Elementary Clayton, NC 4.8
Elizabethtown Primary Elizabethtown, NC 4.8
Hickory Grove Elementary Charlotte, NC 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lebanon Road Elementary

What grades does Lebanon Road Elementary serve?

Lebanon Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lebanon Road Elementary?

Lebanon Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lebanon Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lebanon Road Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lebanon Road Elementary rank in NC?

Lebanon Road Elementary ranks #2,097 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Lebanon Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lebanon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lebanon Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lebanon Road Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lebanon Road Elementary a charter school?

No, Lebanon Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lebanon Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lebanon Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lebanon Road Elementary?

99.4% of students at Lebanon Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mecklenburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

District

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
District Enrollment
144,116
Schools in District
184
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,198
District Rank
#132 of 179

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