METRO SCHOOL

Metro School is a Title I public school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 238 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 13th Grade. 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, Metro School has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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.

Metro School, located in downtown Charlotte, is a specialized public institution serving students with significant intellectual, physical, and multiple disabilities. Operated as part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district, the school focuses on providing an inclusive and supportive environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of students ranging from preschool through age 22. Their mission emphasizes maximizing student independence, communication skills, and quality of life through a highly individualized approach to education.

The school is well-regarded for its comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach, which integrates academic instruction with essential life-skills training and therapeutic support. The staff at Metro School—which includes special education teachers, therapists, and nursing personnel—works collaboratively to provide customized programming that prepares students for post-secondary transitions and community involvement. By offering a range of adaptive resources and specialized facilities, Metro School ensures that every student, regardless of the severity of their disability, has the opportunity to achieve personal milestones within a safe and nurturing educational setting.

For more information, contact Metro School at (980) 343-5450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.