Day-care center providing quality educational care for young children, including pre-K.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shining Stars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Shining Stars Academy?
The application deadline for Shining Stars Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Shining Stars Academy located?
Shining Stars Academy is located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Ballantyne.
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