School Overview
Providence High School, located in the prominent Pineville-Matthews area of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a flagship institution within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School (CMS) district. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school serves a large, diverse student body and maintains a strong reputation for excellence in both college preparatory coursework and extracurricular engagement. The campus is well-regarded for its robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, which challenges students to excel in various disciplines and prepares them for success in competitive higher education settings.

Beyond the classroom, Providence High School is characterized by a vibrant school culture that emphasizes student leadership, athletics, and the arts. The school consistently performs well in regional sports competitions and hosts a wide array of student-led clubs and organizations, fostering a sense of community and school pride. With its focus on balancing high academic standards with a well-rounded student experience, Providence remains one of the most sought-after public high schools in the Charlotte area, consistently striving to develop well-prepared and engaged global citizens.
2,167
Total Students
105.4
Full-Time Teachers
20.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Providence High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,340
Hispanic254
Black175
Asian329
Two or More66
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,340 (61.8%)
  • Asian
    329 (15.2%)
  • Hispanic
    254 (11.7%)
  • Black
    175 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    66 (3.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone: (980)343-5390
Website: http://www.cmsk12.org/providenceHS
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,167
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 105.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 306
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Grade 9 576
Grade 10 589
Grade 11 519
Grade 12 483

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Providence High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9576
Grade 10589
Grade 11519
Grade 12483
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Providence High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,06048.9%
Male1,10751.1%
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