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#129 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 32% of private schools
Providence Day School
School
5800 SARDIS RD, Charlotte, NC 28270
Enrollment
1,820
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,820
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#129 of 404
In Charlotte
#17 of 39
public schools
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Providence Day School
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About Providence Day School
Providence Day School is a private school in Charlotte, NC. Providence Day School serves approximately 1,820 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Providence Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Providence Day 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
BetaHow Providence Day School compares to 175 public schools serving similar grades in Charlotte, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Day School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Rama Road Elementary | 6.7 |
| Lansdowne Elementary | 6.4 |
| McClintock Middle | 6.8 |
| East Mecklenburg High School | 7.6 |
| Cotswold Elementary | 5.6 |
| Charlotte Secondary | 3.4 |
| Greenway Park Elementary | 5.4 |
| Randolph Middle | 6.7 |
| Sharon Elementary | 8.7 |
| Oakhurst STEAM Academy | 7.7 |
| Carmel Middle | 5.7 |
| Idlewild Elementary | 6.6 |
| Piney Grove Elementary | 5.8 |
| Billingsville Elementary | 3.3 |
| Alexander Graham Middle | 3.9 |
| Myers Park High School | 7.5 |
| Selwyn Elementary | 8.7 |
| Winterfield Elementary | 3.6 |
| Eastway Middle | 3.9 |
| Eastover Elementary | 8.1 |
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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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5800 SARDIS RD, Charlotte, NC 28270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE FLETCHER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rama Road Elementary Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CHARLOTTE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Charlotte | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARLOTTE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| CYZNER INSTITUTE Charlotte | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lansdowne Elementary Charlotte | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARLOTTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| McClintock Middle Charlotte | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PHILIPS ACADEMY Charlotte | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| East Mecklenburg High School Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Cotswold Elementary Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Randolph Middle Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Charlotte Secondary Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Greenway Park Elementary Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Oakhurst STEAM Academy Charlotte | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSSWAY ACADEMY Charlotte | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| THE FLETCHER SCHOOL Charlotte | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Sharon Elementary Charlotte | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,660
Median Home Value
$543,600
Median Rent
$1,662/mo
Population
32,913
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Charter School Denver, NC | 6.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy Mooresboro, NC | 6.9 |
| Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro, NC | 7.0 |
| RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 6.8 |
| Community School of Davidson Davidson, NC | 7.1 |
| NC Leadership Charter Academy Kernersville, NC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Day School
What grades does Providence Day School serve?
Providence Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Providence Day School?
Providence Day School has an enrollment of approximately 1,820 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Day School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence Day School rank in NC?
Providence Day School ranks #129 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Providence Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence Day School a private school?
Yes, Providence Day 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 Providence Day School a religious school?
No, Providence Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,820
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 244
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Phone
- (704) 887-6012
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