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Emerald School Of Excellence

4012 Central Ave Charlotte, NC 28205

Tel: (980) 299-2017

www.emeraldschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Emerald School Of Excellence in Charlotte, NC, serves 23 students in grades 9 through 12 as a nonsectarian, co–educational alternative school located in a large city setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 5 teachers supporting its high school program.
The student body includes 8.7% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
As a city–based private high school, Emerald School Of Excellence offers a smaller enrollment size compared to other local schools, providing a different educational environment.
Tuition information is aligned with Charlotte's private high school averages, supporting families seeking alternative nonsectarian options in the Charlotte area.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Emerald School Of Excellence
9	2
10	5
11	7
12	9

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Student Body

Total Students

23 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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When is the application deadline for Emerald School Of Excellence?

The application deadline for Emerald School Of Excellence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,600 for elementary schools and $19,796 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).