Coulwood STEM Academy vs Movement School Northwest
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.1 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
Movement School Northwest
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
208 students
| Measure | Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Movement School Northwest Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 469 | #1135 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #12179 of 15,369 | #44737 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 632 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Coulwood STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 20.2).
- •Movement School Northwest does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.6% vs 99.5%).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.0).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy is the larger school with 632 students compared with 208.
- •Coulwood STEM Academy is a public school while Movement School Northwest 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 Movement School Northwest?
On the Success Index (US), Coulwood STEM Academy ranks higher (28.6 vs 20.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Coulwood STEM Academy and Movement School Northwest?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coulwood STEM Academy: 632. Movement School Northwest: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coulwood STEM Academy and Movement School Northwest rank in North Carolina?
Coulwood STEM Academy is 271st of 469 and Movement School Northwest is 1135th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).