What grades does Polo Ridge Elementary serve?

Polo Ridge Elementary is a Primary school serving students in Charlotte, NC. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Polo Ridge Elementary located?

Polo Ridge Elementary is located at Charlotte, NC in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Polo Ridge Elementary?

Polo Ridge Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1.

What schools are in Charlotte, NC?

Charlotte, NC is served by the local school district. Polo Ridge Elementary is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Polo Ridge Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Charlotte, North Carolina|Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Charlotte, NC 28277

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Release Dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Q1 EndsEventDistrict-wide

46 days

Nov

Mon

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

588

Student:Teacher

15.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

16.8%

Phone

(980)343-0749

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

82%

98th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

83%

98th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

4.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

183 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.1:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

655

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,198

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,892

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,255

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 49%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$382,567

-0.8% 1yr+37.8% 5yr

Charlotte, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.5%

Below 150% poverty line

4.6%

Unemployment rate

11.5%

Uninsured residents

9.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

17,254

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

16,048

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

6,379 (40%)

Autism

2,853 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

2,298 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,605 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

1,164 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

300 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

634

Current enrollment

Declining(-38% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Teacher Workday

Staff Day

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Early Release Day

half_day

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Q1 Ends

46 days

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Polo Ridge Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Q1 EndsDistrict-wide 46 days	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK, Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Jan 21, 2027	Q2 EndsDistrict-wide 42 days	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Q3 EndsDistrict-wide 42 days	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good FridayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Q4 EndsDistrict-wide 47 days	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Polo Ridge Elementary

Polo Ridge Elementary has a total enrollment of 588 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Charlotte, NC.