Unity Classical Charter School

14613 Steele Creek Rd.
CHARLOTTE, NC 28273

Charter School 928 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Unity Classical Charter, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school that distinguishes itself through a rigorous, content-rich classical education model. The school focuses on building a strong foundation in core academic subjects, emphasizing critical thinking, logical reasoning, and a deep understanding of Western civilization’s history and literature. By utilizing a structured, traditional curriculum, Unity Classical aims to develop well-rounded students who are prepared for the demands of higher education and responsible citizenship.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a significant emphasis on character development and the cultivation of virtues. The educational environment is designed to foster a sense of community, discipline, and scholarly curiosity among its K–8 student body. By blending high academic standards with a focus on moral integrity, Unity Classical Charter seeks to provide an alternative to conventional public schooling, offering a structured pathway for students to master both knowledge and the principles of good character.

928

Total Students

38.8

Full-Time Teachers

23.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Unity Classical Charter School
Demographic	Student Count
White	220
Hispanic	177
Black	361
Asian	66
Two or More	102
Pacific Islander	2

Black
361 (38.9%)
White
220 (23.7%)
Hispanic
177 (19.1%)
Two or More
102 (11.0%)
Asian
66 (7.1%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Unity Classical Charter School
Phone:	(704)504-8460
Website:	http://613 Steele Creek Rd.
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	928
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.9
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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

Kindergarten 143

Grade 1 126

Grade 2 118

Grade 3 123

Grade 4 105

Grade 5 103

Grade 6 108

Grade 7 51

Grade 8 51