Needs Improvement
#2580 of 2,648 schools in NC
Metro School
School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
405 S Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,580 of 2,648
In Charlotte
#166 of 174
public schools
In district
#171 of 179
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
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About Metro School
Metro School is a public school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Metro School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Metro School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,580 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Metro School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Metro School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
44% of students at Metro School 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
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Metro School — Students at Metro School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.6/10.
How Metro School Compares
See how Metro School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 S Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Metro School may also want to explore other schools in the area. KENT ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charlotte Lab School (rated 3.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKSTONE SCHOOLS Charlotte | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte | 0.5 mi | — |
| Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Central Piedmont Early College Charlotte | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| First Ward Creative Arts Academy Charlotte | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.0 mi | — |
| KENT ACADEMY Charlotte | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Elizabeth Traditional Elem Charlotte | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Piedmont Middle School Charlotte | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Irwin Academic Center Charlotte | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Walter G. Byers School Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Sedgefield Middle Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Military and Global Leadership Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Charlotte Lab School Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| SEDGEFIELD SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Bruns Avenue Elementary Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Myers Park Traditional Elem Charlotte | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Eastover Elementary Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,711
Median Home Value
$425,900
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Population
16,855
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
26.7%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
29.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy Asheville, NC | 2.7 |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem, NC | 3.5 |
| ROCKWELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockwell, NC | 3.7 |
| Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch Greensboro, NC | 4.0 |
| PUNGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belhaven, NC | 4.0 |
| NEW MANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marion, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Metro School
What grades does Metro School serve?
Metro School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Metro School?
Metro School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Metro School?
The student-teacher ratio at Metro School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Metro School rank in NC?
Metro School ranks #2,580 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Metro School's MySchoolScout rating?
Metro School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Metro School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Metro School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Metro School a charter school?
No, Metro School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Metro School a Title I school?
No, Metro School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Metro School?
98.7% of students at Metro School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (980) 343-5450
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools- District Enrollment
- 144,116
- Schools in District
- 184
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,198
- District Rank
- #171 of 179
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