ARDREY KELL HIGH SCHOOL
Ardrey Kell High is a public high school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 3,178 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 146 teachers, Ardrey Kell High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
Ardrey Kell High School, located in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a prominent public high school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district. Opened in 2006, the school has quickly established a reputation for high academic standards, consistently ranking among the top-performing schools in the state. It serves a large and diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and specialized academic pathways designed to prepare students for competitive post-secondary opportunities.
Beyond its academic rigor, Ardrey Kell is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school maintains a highly active athletic program, numerous student-led clubs, and nationally recognized arts and music departments. The campus is known for its strong community involvement and parent engagement, which contribute to a supportive school climate. As a focal point of the local community, Ardrey Kell emphasizes a balanced approach to education, aiming to foster both intellectual development and personal growth in its students.
For more information, contact Ardrey Kell High at (980) 343-0860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Charlotte, NC 28277
(980) 343-0860
ARDREY KELL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Charlotte, NC with about 3,178 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
- Total Students:
- 3,178
- Teachers:
- 146.69
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 3,178 students
- White
- 57.1%
- Asian
- 19.1%
- Black or African American
- 11.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.