OAKHURST STEAM ACADEMY

Oakhurst STEAM Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 639 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Oakhurst STEAM Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Oakhurst STEAM Academy, located on Monroe Road in Charlotte, NC, is a specialized elementary school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. As its name suggests, the school anchors its curriculum in a STEAM-focused approach—integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics into daily instruction. By emphasizing hands-on learning and critical thinking, the academy aims to prepare students for a rapidly evolving modern workforce while fostering a culture of innovation and collaborative problem-solving from a young age.

Beyond its core academic mission, Oakhurst STEAM Academy is designed to serve as a hub for its local community, focusing on both academic excellence and the development of the "whole child." The school’s programming often leverages partnerships and inquiry-based projects to keep students engaged, encouraging them to apply mathematical and scientific concepts to real-world scenarios. As a magnet-style environment, it offers a distinct educational path for families in the Charlotte area looking for a school that balances foundational literacy and numeracy with creative, project-based exploration.

For more information, contact Oakhurst STEAM Academy at (980) 343-6482 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.