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Charlotte Secondary School
Charter Middle, High School
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Grade 6-12
8601 McAlpine Park Dr,
Charlotte, NC
School Details
Head of School
Nancy S. Dillon, Ed. Spec.
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
90%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
C+
B+
B
B
C+
C
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
9
Full Time Teachers
9
Teachers in First or Second Year
19.4%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
22
Reading
24
Science
20
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
16.9%
State Average
54.6%
Science
40.9%
State Average
68%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
239:1
Student Diversity
Male
56.6%
Female
43.4%
Black
48.6%
Hispanic
29.1%
White
13.1%
Two or more races
9.1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
30 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
20 Students
Central Piedmont Community College
17 Students
North Carolina A&T State University
15 Students
Queens University of Charlotte
15 Students
Wingate University
11 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
10 Students
North Carolina State University
10 Students
Appalachian State University
10 Students
Winston-Salem State University
10 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
10 Students
Nursing
8 Students
Psychology
5 Students
Computer Science
5 Students
Communications
4 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
4 Students
Political Science and Government
3 Students
Engineering
3 Students
Accounting
2 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry
2 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/4/2023
Overall it's not a bad school it just needs some improvements done. The school needs transportation for students that struggle to get home, They need more clubs for students so they can have that on their college resumes. Administration should get parents more involved and listen to other peoples views more.
3/18/2021
I am a longtime parent, I have 3 children that have and attend Charlotte Secondary since 6th grade. 2 have since graduated and have gone on to College. We were looking for a smaller school than CMS, where my student wasn't just a number and that they were not being taught for a test. CSS offers small class sizes, an amazing eclectic, diverse group of students, where everyone is welcomed and the culture is inclusive to all.
1/4/2021
A bit lacking, but a very good school otherwise. The teachers are usually pretty easygoing, from my experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/14/2025
Hidden Gem in SE CharlotteDiverse & InclusiveSmall Class SizesAthleticsExtra-Curricular Activities ClubsStudent Government Internships MentorshipsCaring StaffCollege Dual Enrollment for 11th & 12thNO School for Students on Friday's
2/26/2025
Students who come to Charlotte Secondary School from other schools, find this to be a place where they are welcomed, find friendships, and can be themselves.
10/14/2023
I spent all 4 years of high school at CSS. I contemplated leaving several times but my parents and I agreed I would be too behind in the other schools curriculums. There were very few good teachers. The ones that were, often left for better jobs because they were overworked because administration kn...
5/4/2023
The administration at the school doesn't follow protocol and very unprofessional. It's a code of ethics that most be followed and what I've personally witnessed from this secondary school is below satisfactory. Teachers aren't helping kids develop in areas that they're showing weakness in. Which lea...
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Map
List Price Range
$384K - $2M
Homes For Sale
11
Average Home Value
$658,483
Median Lot Size
16,117 Sq Ft
% Renters
25%
Average Household Income
$118,866
% of College Grads
60.6%
Median Age
43
Average House Size
2,299 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
21.0%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
- 7th to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
James Boyce Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
McAlpine Creek Greenway
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
McAlpine Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Fishing
Rama Road Park
- Playground
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
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Sardis Woods
Wide, walkable streets 10 miles from Downtown Charlotte
Sherwood Forest
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Marshbrooke
Suburban comforts and sprawling parks between Uptown and Matthews
Charlotte Secondary School is a charter school for students in grades 6-12 located at 8601 McAlpine Park Dr in Charlotte, NC. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 174 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Charlotte Secondary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 21. The average home value in this area is $658,483. Discover additional schools in the area, like Trinity Prep School, East Mecklenburg High, Charlotte Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Charlotte has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Charlotte Secondary School.