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Mint Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

11615 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105

Enrollment

826

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,455 of 2,648

In Matthews

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#101 of 179

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Mint Hill Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Matthews · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mint Hill Middle

5.9/10

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5.7/10

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About Mint Hill Elementary School

Mint Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Matthews, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Mint Hill Elementary School serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mint Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,455 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Mint Hill Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.9Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,198
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Mint Hill Elementary School — Students at Mint Hill Elementary School score 49% 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

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (2025 NC)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (2025 NC)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 8 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

How Mint Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Mint Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in NC
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

Location

11615 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mint Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Matthews Charter Academy (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stallings Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Stallings), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Matthews Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Matthews, see our Matthews schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mint Hill Middle Matthews 0.2 mi 5.9
Crown Point Elementary Matthews 1.2 mi 5.7
Crestdale Middle Matthews 1.9 mi 5.8
Butler High School Matthews 2.1 mi 6.7
MATTHEWS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews 1.9 mi 7.4
Lebanon Road Elementary Charlotte 2.3 mi 4.8
Queen's Grant Community School Mint Hill 2.2 mi 5.3
Piney Grove Elementary Charlotte 2.4 mi 5.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte 2.4 mi 5.0
Levine Middle College High Sch Mathews 3.0 mi 7.8
CROSSWAY ACADEMY Charlotte 2.5 mi 6.2
Matthews Charter Academy Matthews 3.0 mi 7.1
Matthews Elementary Matthews 3.0 mi 6.3
COVENANT DAY SCHOOL Matthews 2.9 mi 4.8
Independence High School Charlotte 3.3 mi 5.7
Northeast Middle Mint Hill 3.3 mi 3.1
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charlotte 3.3 mi
Greenway Park Elementary Charlotte 2.8 mi 5.4
Charlotte Secondary Charlotte 2.9 mi 3.4
Stallings Elementary Stallings 3.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,242

Median Home Value

$389,100

Median Rent

$1,663/mo

Population

45,922

College Educated

52.2%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

39.1

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Maureen Joy Charter School Durham, NC 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mint Hill Elementary School

What grades does Mint Hill Elementary School serve?

Mint Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mint Hill Elementary School?

Mint Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mint Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mint Hill Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mint Hill Elementary School rank in NC?

Mint Hill Elementary School ranks #1,455 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Mint Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mint Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Mint Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mint Hill Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).

Is Mint Hill Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mint Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mint Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mint Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mint Hill Elementary School?

99.6% of students at Mint Hill Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mecklenburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

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

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