Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rama Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rama Road Elementary School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Rama Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rama Road Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1827 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
39%
25%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rama Road Elementary School's ranking?
Rama Road Elementary School is ranked #1827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rama Road Elementary School often compared to?
Rama Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steele Creek Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rama Road Elementary School?
540 students attend Rama Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rama Road Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rama Road Elementary School?
Rama Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rama Road Elementary School offer ?
Rama Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rama Road Elementary School part of?
Rama Road Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Rama Road Elementary School located?
Rama Road Elementary School is located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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