Serving 1,566 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bradford Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bradford Preparatory School's student population of 1,566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bradford Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Preparatory School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
35%
24%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Preparatory School's ranking?
Bradford Preparatory School is ranked #559 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Bradford Preparatory School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bradford Preparatory School?
1,566 students attend Bradford Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bradford Preparatory School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Preparatory School?
Bradford Preparatory School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bradford Preparatory School offer ?
Bradford Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Preparatory School part of?
Bradford Preparatory School is part of Bradford Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Bradford Preparatory School located?
Bradford Preparatory School is located in the Mallard Creek Withrow Downs neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Mallard Creek Withrow Downs.
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