Stewart Creek High

Stewart Creek High is an alternative high school located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, the school currently has a student body of 335 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 33.5:1 with ten full-time teachers. As a charter school, Stewart Creek High offers flexible options for students who may benefit from an alternative educational setting.

Academically, the school’s MySchoolScout rating is 3.1 out of 10 and ranks at #2339 among 2661 schools in North Carolina, placing it in the 12th percentile. In terms of proficiency scores, students score around 14% proficient or above in ELA/reading and 18% proficient or above in math. Stewart Creek High is situated within a large city environment, providing access to urban resources while offering an alternative approach to education tailored for its unique student population.

While current test scores at Stewart Creek High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at Stewart Creek High is 33.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Stewart Creek High is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.