Charlotte Leadership Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

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 (26-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 63 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Charlotte Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Charlotte Leadership Academy
Kind	5
1	6
2	5
3	8
4	2
5	1
6	4
7	2
8	6
9	9
10	6
11	4
12	5

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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%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average SAT score

1000

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Student's dress code is khaki or Black bottoms and purple school shirts (Monday-Wednesday)

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,365 for elementary schools and $17,917 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).