Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Providence Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Providence Spring Elementary School's student population of 586 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Providence Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence Spring Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)93%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
76%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Spring Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Providence Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Providence Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polo Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Providence Spring Elementary School?
586 students attend Providence Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Providence Spring Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Providence Spring Elementary School?
Providence Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Providence Spring Elementary School offer ?
Providence Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Providence Spring Elementary School part of?
Providence Spring Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Providence Spring Elementary School located?
Providence Spring Elementary School is located in the Providence Plantation neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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