Lincoln Heights Montessori vs Northwest School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln Heights Montessori
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
244 students
Northwest School of the Arts
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 6–12
993 students
| Measure | Lincoln Heights Montessori Charlotte, North Carolina | Northwest School of the Arts Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #188 of 1,457 | #82 of 528 |
| National rank | #15459 of 50,301 | #3970 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 244 | 993 |
| Enrollment | 244 | 993 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 66% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 64.0).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (66% vs 47%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 38.9%).
- •Lincoln Heights Montessori does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.0).
- •Northwest School of the Arts is the larger school with 993 students compared with 244.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln Heights Montessori better than Northwest School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest School of the Arts ranks higher (67.4 vs 64.0 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 Lincoln Heights Montessori and Northwest School of the Arts?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln Heights Montessori: 244. Northwest School of the Arts: 993. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln Heights Montessori and Northwest School of the Arts rank in North Carolina?
Lincoln Heights Montessori is 188th of 1,457 and Northwest School of the Arts is 82nd of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).