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Myers Park Traditional Elementary

Public, Magnet Grades K-5
83rd
SchoolDigger Rank ?
of 1,490 North Carolina Elementary Schools
Better than 94% of North Carolina elementary schools
Summary

Myers Park Traditional Elementary is a public magnet elementary school in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving 669 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. This top-performing school consistently ranks among the best in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and outperforming the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district and the state of North Carolina across various academic subjects and grade levels.

In the 2024-2025 school year, 92.9% of 3rd-grade students at Myers Park Traditional Elementary were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to 66.7% for the district and 64.1% for the state. The school's strong performance extends to diverse student subgroups, with several ranking among the top 20-50 schools in the state. While the school's performance for students with disabilities and low socioeconomic status is more mixed, its overall academic excellence is undeniable, with a statewide ranking of 83 out of 1,490 schools.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Selwyn Elementary, Dilworth Elementary Latta Campus, and Eastover Elementary, which also perform well, Myers Park Traditional Elementary consistently outperforms them across most subjects and grade levels. This consistent high performance, along with the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio, suggests a well-rounded and effective educational program that sets it apart as a model for other schools to emulate.

678
Students ?
16.0
Student/teacher ratio ?
$9,271
Per pupil spending ?
31.4%
Free/discounted lunch ?
 2132 Radcliffe Ave
       Charlotte, NC  28207-2406

(980) 343-5522

District: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Racial breakdown:

White:
50.7%
African American:
30.1%
Hispanic:
8.8%
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At a glance
Ranking trend: Improving — 73rd percentile in 2015 → 94th in 2025
Strengths
Test scores above the North Carolina average (81% vs 57% meeting standards)
Ranks in the top 6% of North Carolina elementary schools
Ranking is trending up — up 21 percentile points since 2015
Worth a look
!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing
Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?
This school81%
District avg59%
North Carolina avg57%
83rd of 1,490
North Carolina public elementary schools ?
Top 6%▲ up 22 pts since 2015
From top 27% (2015) to top 6% (2025)
See the entire ranking list of North Carolina Elementary Schools →
SchoolDigger rating ?
15th of 109Elementary Schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
119th of 242Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools among North Carolina districts
Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)
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All Students

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202591.983 of 149094.4%★★★★★
202479.5249 of 150583.5%★★★★☆
202370.4400 of 150273.4%★★★★☆
202276.3309 of 151479.6%★★★★☆
202178.0274 of 148981.6%★★★★☆
201982.5202 of 147386.3%★★★★☆
201867.8445 of 143469.0%★★★☆☆
201764.8498 of 142965.2%★★★☆☆
201666.3451 of 142568.4%★★★☆☆
201571.2392 of 144072.8%★★★★☆
201476.5291 of 139079.1%★★★★☆
201384.3169 of 140388.0%★★★★☆
201275.0298 of 138878.5%★★★★☆
201179.6210 of 138184.8%★★★★☆
201080.6182 of 136386.6%★★★★☆
200978.2240 of 135482.3%★★★★☆
200882.5149 of 132488.7%★★★★☆
200782.6127 of 129390.2%★★★★★
200677.3211 of 127683.5%★★★★☆

African American

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202589.149 of 91894.7%★★★★★
202465.6234 of 92474.7%★★★★☆
202358.7322 of 93365.5%★★★☆☆
202270.2186 of 92779.9%★★★★☆
202175.5114 of 89687.3%★★★★☆
201988.654 of 94994.3%★★★★★
201867.6226 of 92775.6%★★★★☆

Disabled

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202275.078 of 63487.7%★★★★☆
201838.8540 of 89739.8%★★☆☆☆

Female

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202589.897 of 145193.3%★★★★★
202479.4222 of 145584.7%★★★★☆
202366.9436 of 145970.1%★★★★☆
202271.9345 of 145876.3%★★★★☆
202165.8417 of 144071.0%★★★★☆
201978.4236 of 142483.4%★★★★☆
201870.1392 of 140572.1%★★★★☆

Gifted and Talented

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202567.8171 of 71075.9%★★★★☆
202465.0213 of 66968.2%★★★☆☆
202346.2462 of 58220.6%★☆☆☆☆
202252.8335 of 50033.0%★★☆☆☆
202143.7374 of 49424.3%★☆☆☆☆
201957.3338 of 61244.8%★★☆☆☆

Hispanic

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202596.118 of 96198.1%★★★★★
202484.785 of 95191.1%★★★★★
202391.737 of 91596.0%★★★★★
202299.61 of 89399.9%★★★★★
202183.281 of 84390.4%★★★★★
201977.8112 of 86587.1%★★★★☆
201872.6167 of 85180.4%★★★★☆

Low Socio Economic Status

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202582.9115 of 143792.0%★★★★★
202459.8510 of 145064.8%★★★☆☆
202346.5780 of 143745.7%★★☆☆☆
202265.3357 of 136673.9%★★★★☆
202171.9234 of 132982.4%★★★★☆
201978.1185 of 136186.4%★★★★☆
201851.5643 of 133251.7%★★★☆☆

Male

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202590.986 of 145094.1%★★★★★
202475.9288 of 146480.3%★★★★☆
202370.6361 of 146175.3%★★★★☆
202276.5286 of 146480.5%★★★★☆
202183.7187 of 144487.0%★★★★☆
201983.9172 of 143088.0%★★★★☆
201864.0493 of 141365.1%★★★☆☆

Special Education

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202432.0558 of 80130.3%★★☆☆☆

White

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankNorth Carolina percentileRating
202592.720 of 117298.3%★★★★★
202493.123 of 116698.0%★★★★★
202393.018 of 118398.5%★★★★★
202291.440 of 119496.6%★★★★★
202194.320 of 117298.3%★★★★★
201994.511 of 118399.1%★★★★★
201894.07 of 117899.4%★★★★★
How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)
White (2025)98th percentile+4 vs school
Hispanic (2025)98th percentile+4 vs school
African American (2025)95th percentile~ school
Male (2025)94th percentile~ school
Female (2025)93rd percentile~ school
Low Socio Economic Status (2025)92nd percentile~ school
Disabled (2022)88th percentile+8 vs school
Gifted and Talented (2025)76th percentile-19 vs school
Special Education (2024)30th percentile-53 vs school
By subject vs North Carolina (2024-2025) ?
Science85%+23 vs state
Mathematics84%+23 vs state
Reading77%+25 vs state

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by a parent
Friday, October 9, 2020

Open Quote We decided to enter the lottery for the MPTS Leadership magnet school even though our son is already zoned for a great school in Charlotte. We were blown away by staff and the leadership of the students when we came to the open house at MPTS. We knew that this school was special. When we found out that he got in, my wife and I were faced with a difficult decision between 2 great elementary schools. At the end of the day, the leadership program and diversity of the students at MPTS helped us make the right decision. The involvement of the PTA, teachers, and staff makes the over all experience feel like a warm welcoming family. I know that my son is getting the support and quality education that he needs to succeed. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, October 8, 2020

Open Quote We absolutely love MPTS. We have been so impressed by the teachers and staff. We have two kids at the school and they have loved their experience there. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Open Quote MPTS is a magnet school in the CMS system. For the last three years, we’ve been at MPTS. I can’t say enough about the teachers and staff. Our Principal, Mrs Fowler, is one of the most fair individuals that I’ve ever encountered who always has every students’ best interest at heart. Our teachers and staff love being at school and you feel the positive energy just walking down the halls of the school. We also love the smaller school size compared to other elementary schools in CMS. Our kids know most students and teachers. Lastly, the Leader in Me program is fantastic and we love watching our kids bwork at ‘sharpening their saws’ every day. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Open Quote This is our fourth year at MPTS and we couldn’t ask for a better learning environment for our son. We have an AMAZING principal, exceptional teachers and an awesome staff - an entire team that contributes to the huge success and leadership instilled in all of its students. We never doubt that our son is in the best hands possible to learn and grow as a leader each and every day he spends at MPTS. It is a school family that we are proud to be part of and blessed to have been selected in the lottery four years ago! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Open Quote MPTS is such an amazing school - it's truly everything you'd want in an elementary school for your child. Mrs. Fowler is a hands on principal that is always looking out for what's best for not only our children but her staff as well. The teachers are wonderful and go above and beyond, making learning fun and instilling the Leader in Me curriculum into daily lessons. There is a lot of parent involvement with a very active PTA that helps tremendously. It's a place that brings a smile to my face and seeing how happy my children are there make it even more special to us. We are so happy to be part of the MPTS family! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Open Quote MPTS is just the best! From the administration to the teachers to the community of families we couldn't be happier. Our children are challenged, nurtured and inspired on a daily basis at this school. The teachers and the administration have really taken the time to get to know my children and meet them at their current level (whether it be above, below, or on grade level). Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, September 25, 2020

Open Quote MPTS is the no longer secret gem in CMS, it's one of THE gems. We are so happy with everything at this school - classroom environment, academics, teachers, admin, parent involvement, discipline - it's the total package and everything you'd want in a school for your child. Mrs. Fowler, our principal has recruited some of the best teacher talent in the Charlotte-area and we're proud to be a part of the MPTS community! Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Open Quote Myers Park Traditional School is a phenomenal school with the phenomenal staff! Mrs. Fowler and Ms. Tuck do their best to ensure that each student feels special, smart, welcome and loved! Mrs. Fowler knows EVERY child’s name and builds a personal relationship with each of them. I couldn’t ask for a better elementary school for my children!! L Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, February 18, 2017

Open Quote I removed my child (1st Grade) from MPTS last year. Apparently, they have some sort of Pre planned curriculum.
They appear to be in "Receive Mode" -- They’re waiting to be told what they have to do, and that’s not going to bring success to an individual child. You have to have teachers who are empowered to facilitate great teaching. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, February 9, 2017

Open Quote My child attended MPTS grades K-5. In those Six (6) years I witnessed the Arrival and Departure of FIVE (5) different Principals ! As Trump would say, "Bad, Bad School." Its as if, the Teachers are not allowed to be independent thinkers ( Pre-approved curriculum and they follow it with No Deviations). The problem with that is, the Curriculum is seriously lacking. Fortunately, my child was in TD classes during his time at MPTS but I still had to Supplement his education at home (worksheets, Apps., elaborate on topics, etc).
Students with Behavioral problems exist in an abundance !!
And last but not least, Money talk$ at this school - the more you Spend and give, the more attention/recognition your child will receive (and believe me, they're constantly petitioning for Party supplies, School supplies, Money for field trips, Money for parties, etc.)
To sum, MPTS a has a 'FEW' Great teachers but Most are Mediocre or worse. The first 3 years were decent and We stayed thru 5th grade because his neighborhood school was unacceptable. Close Quote





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Frequently Asked Questions about Myers Park Traditional Elementary

Yes. Myers Park Traditional Elementary ranks in the top 5.6% of North Carolina elementary schools.

Students at Myers Park Traditional Elementary are 51% White, 30% African American, 9% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 5% Asian.

In the 2024-25 school year, 678 students attended Myers Park Traditional Elementary.


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