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#813 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 31% in state

Tuckaseegee Elementary

Elementary School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

2028 Little Rock Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#813 of 2,648

In Charlotte

#55 of 174

public schools

In district

#57 of 179

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

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About Tuckaseegee Elementary

Tuckaseegee Elementary is a public elementary school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Tuckaseegee Elementary serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tuckaseegee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #813 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Tuckaseegee Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Tuckaseegee 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 Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.5% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,198
Chronic Absenteeism39.2%

Tuckaseegee Elementary — Students at Tuckaseegee Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (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
66%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
56.6%
ELA
28.7%
2025
Math
68.8%
ELA
46.7%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Tuckaseegee Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in NC
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.2%

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

2028 Little Rock Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tuckaseegee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paw Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Renaissance West STEAM Academy (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Movement Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilson STEM Academy Charlotte 0.2 mi 6.3
West Mecklenburg High School Charlotte 0.6 mi 4.1
East Voyager Academy of Charlotte Charlotte 0.7 mi 6.3
Jackson Day School Charlotte 0.9 mi 8.2
Turning Point Academy Charlotte 1.8 mi 4.9
Allenbrook Elementary Charlotte 1.7 mi 7.3
Westerly Hills Academy Charlotte 2.1 mi 6.9
Harding University High School Charlotte 2.4 mi 3.1
Paw Creek Elementary Charlotte 2.9 mi 8.2
Thomasboro Academy Charlotte 2.5 mi 4.5
Renaissance West STEAM Academy Charlotte 3.1 mi 8.2
Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology Charlotte 2.9 mi 7.3
Ashley Park PreK-8 School Charlotte 3.1 mi 4.8
Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte 3.8 mi 7.7
Stewart Creek High Charlotte 3.3 mi 3.8
Reid Park Academy Charlotte 3.7 mi 5.4
Movement Charter School Charlotte 3.3 mi 7.8
Whitewater Academy Charlotte 3.6 mi 6.3
Niner University Elementary Charlotte 3.8 mi 7.8
Mountain Island Lake Academy Charlotte 4.1 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,618

Median Home Value

$258,400

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

42,197

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

35.4

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Cornelius Elementary Cornelius, NC 7.3
Davidson Charter Academy Lexington, NC 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tuckaseegee Elementary

What grades does Tuckaseegee Elementary serve?

Tuckaseegee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Tuckaseegee Elementary?

Tuckaseegee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tuckaseegee Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tuckaseegee Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tuckaseegee Elementary rank in NC?

Tuckaseegee Elementary ranks #813 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Tuckaseegee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tuckaseegee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Tuckaseegee Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuckaseegee Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tuckaseegee Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Tuckaseegee Elementary a Title I school?

No, Tuckaseegee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

99.1% of students at Tuckaseegee 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Tuckaseegee Elementary stack up?

Charlotte East Language Academy
9.0
Lincoln Heights Montessori
9.6
Oaklawn Language Academy
7.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Mecklenburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.2%

District

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

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