Charlotte-Mecklenburg Academy

lincolnheightsacademy.wearecms.com

79 Students

Other K - 13

School Overview

Lincoln Heights Academy, located at 1900 Newcastle St in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. The academy is specifically designed to provide a supportive and structured learning environment for students with diverse needs, particularly those requiring exceptional children’s (EC) services. By focusing on individualized instruction and specialized support, the school aims to help students overcome academic and behavioral challenges while fostering personal and social development.

The school is committed to creating a nurturing atmosphere where students receive targeted attention from a dedicated staff of educators and specialists. By aligning with the broader mission of CMS, Lincoln Heights Academy emphasizes the importance of providing equitable opportunities for all learners, ensuring that students have access to the resources and accommodations necessary for their unique paths to success. Its specialized curriculum and small-group focus distinguish it as a vital resource for families seeking an alternative educational setting tailored to specific developmental and academic requirements.

Total Students

19.7

Full-Time Teachers

4.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

111.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	16
Hispanic	11
Black	49
Asian	1
Two or More	2

Black
49 (62.0 %)
White
16 (20.3 %)
Hispanic
11 (13.9 %)
Two or More
2 (2.5 %)
Asian
1 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Special Education School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone:	(980)343-0680
Website:	http://lincolnheightsacademy.wearecms.com
Grade Range:	K - 13
Total Students:	79
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	4.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	88
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 2 1

Grade 3 2

Grade 4 1

Grade 5 5

Grade 6 8

Grade 7 9

Grade 8 6

Grade 9 16

Grade 10 12

Grade 11 12

Grade 12 7