Coulwood STEM Academy vs Jackson Day School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coulwood STEM Academy
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
632 students
Jackson Day School
Charlotte · Charter other · Grades K–12
882 students
| Measure | Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Jackson Day School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #271 of 469 | – |
| National rank | #12179 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 632 | 882 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 882 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Coulwood STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Jackson Day School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 31%).
- •Jackson Day School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.0).
- •Jackson Day School is the larger school with 882 students compared with 632.
- •Coulwood STEM Academy is a public school while Jackson Day School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Coulwood STEM Academy better than Jackson Day School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Coulwood STEM Academy and Jackson Day School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coulwood STEM Academy: 632. Jackson Day School: 882. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coulwood STEM Academy and Jackson Day School rank in North Carolina?
Coulwood STEM Academy is 271st of 469 and Jackson Day School is unranked among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).