Charlotte Leadership Academy in Charlotte, NC, serves 63 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a city–based setting within the Tryon Hills neighborhood.
Founded in 2013, this co–ed Christian school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 6 total teachers, 90% of whom hold advanced degrees.
The academy reports an average SAT score of 1000 and an average ACT score of 20 for its student body.
Tuition details are available, and the school offers a formal dress code and a summer school program.
Charlotte Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for diversity, with 100% of students identified as students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Charlotte Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2013
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average SAT score
1000
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
20
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Student's dress code is khaki or Black bottoms and purple school shirts (Monday-Wednesday)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte Leadership Academy's ranking?
Charlotte Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Charlotte Leadership Academy?
The application deadline for Charlotte Leadership Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Charlotte Leadership Academy located?
Charlotte Leadership Academy is located in the Tryon Hills neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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