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Veritas Community School Cfa

Elementary School · VERITAS Community School

2600 Grimes Street, Charlotte, NC 28206

Charter

Enrollment

147

Student-Teacher

24.5:1

Score

1.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,648 of 2,648

In Charlotte

#174 of 174

public schools

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Veritas Community School Cfa

1.4/10

Elementary School in Charlotte · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Veritas Community School Cfa

Veritas Community School Cfa is a public elementary school in Charlotte, NC, part of VERITAS Community School. Veritas Community School Cfa serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Veritas Community School Cfa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,648 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Veritas Community School Cfa show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares5.0 pts below NC schools
  • This school 1.4 · Needs Improvement
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 147 students, Veritas Community School Cfa is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Veritas Community School Cfa runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Veritas Community School Cfa is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-53.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,089
Chronic Absenteeism49%

Veritas Community School Cfa — Students at Veritas Community School Cfa score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
23.3%
ELA
24.2%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How Veritas Community School Cfa Compares

See how Veritas Community School Cfa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
1.4/10
0th percentile in NC
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.0%

Location

2600 Grimes Street, Charlotte, NC 28206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veritas Community School Cfa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Montessori (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Mill Montessori (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Villa Heights Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
TEACHING ACHIEVING STUDENTS ACADEMY Charlotte 0.2 mi
CHARLOTTE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Charlotte 0.2 mi 4.2
Druid Hills Academy Charlotte 0.3 mi 6.2
Villa Heights Elementary Charlotte 1.2 mi 8.5
Highland Renaissance Academy Charlotte 1.1 mi 4.2
Highland Mill Montessori Charlotte 1.2 mi 9.2
Walter G. Byers School Charlotte 1.2 mi 6.3
Lincoln Heights Montessori Charlotte 1.2 mi 9.6
Williams Secondary Montessori Charlotte 1.5 mi 8.6
Sugar Creek Charter Charlotte 1.4 mi 4.8
Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences Charlotte 1.7 mi 7.5
Military and Global Leadership Charlotte 1.7 mi 4.4
First Ward Creative Arts Academy Charlotte 1.7 mi 6.7
Oaklawn Language Academy Charlotte 1.6 mi 7.8
TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Charlotte 2.0 mi 7.9
Piedmont Middle School Charlotte 2.0 mi 6.9
Irwin Academic Center Charlotte 1.9 mi 8.0
Northwest School of the Arts Charlotte 2.0 mi 8.0
BROOKSTONE SCHOOLS Charlotte 2.5 mi 7.7
Central Piedmont Early College Charlotte 2.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,456

Median Home Value

$239,700

Median Rent

$1,225/mo

Population

14,726

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

32.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

32.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veritas Community School Cfa

What grades does Veritas Community School Cfa serve?

Veritas Community School Cfa serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Veritas Community School Cfa?

Veritas Community School Cfa has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Veritas Community School Cfa?

The student-teacher ratio at Veritas Community School Cfa is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Veritas Community School Cfa rank in NC?

Veritas Community School Cfa ranks #2,648 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Veritas Community School Cfa's MySchoolScout rating?

Veritas Community School Cfa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.4 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 Veritas Community School Cfa?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veritas Community School Cfa has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Veritas Community School Cfa a charter school?

Yes, Veritas Community School Cfa is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Veritas Community School Cfa a Title I school?

No, Veritas Community School Cfa is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Mecklenburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.0%

District

VERITAS Community School
District Enrollment
147
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,089
District Rank
#1 of 1

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