Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) is a nonsectarian alternative school located in the Newell South neighborhood of Charlotte, NC, serving undergraduate鈥搇evel students in a city鈥揵ased setting.
Founded in 2013, the school currently enrolls 82 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 10 teachers.
The school's enrollment includes 40 percent students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Charlotte community.
Annual tuition at is $19,360, which is near the average cost for private high school education in Charlotte.
As a member of the National Independent 草榴社区 Schools Association, the school provides alternative education options within the Charlotte city locale.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,360
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Year Founded
2013
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,360
School Notes
- School Motto: 'To understand life is to understand ourselves, and that is both the beginning and the end of education.' - Jiddu Krishnamurti
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) cost?
Alc Mosaic (mosaic School)'s tuition is approximately $19,360 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Alc Mosaic (mosaic School)?
The application deadline for Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) located?
Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) is located in the Newell South neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Alc Mosaic (mosaic School) is Rod Of God Christian Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cedarwood Academy (0.1 miles away)
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Miles
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8611 Concord Mills Blvd Pmb 425
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 40 students
Nations Ford Christian Academy
(Christian)
7410 Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 39 students
Anami Montessori School ![Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.]( "Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.")
Montessori School
2901 Archdale Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sharon Baptist Weekday School
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
6411 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 552-2194
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 552-2194
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 196 students
Rod Of God Christian Academy
(Christian)
7400 South Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rod Of God Christian Academy
(Christian)
7400 South Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 15 students
5146 Parkway Plaza Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 365-5490
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 365-5490
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Charlotte Catholic High School ![Charlotte Catholic High School Photo]( "Charlotte Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
7702 Pineville Matthews Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
(336) 345-7993
Charlotte, NC 28226
(336) 345-7993
3.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,171 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
6203 Carmel Rd
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 542-6471
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 542-6471
3.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 6 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
12416 Lancaster Hwy
Pineville, NC 28134
(704) 544-7323
Pineville, NC 28134
(704) 544-7323
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
8611 Concord Mills Blvd Pmb 425
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 40 students
Nations Ford Christian Academy
(Christian)
7410 Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 39 students
Anami Montessori School ![Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.]( "Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.")
Montessori School
2901 Archdale Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rod Of God Christian Academy
(Christian)
7400 South Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 527-9900
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 15 students
5146 Parkway Plaza Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 365-5490
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 365-5490
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
8611 Concord Mills Blvd Pmb 425
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 281-6694
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 40 students
Nations Ford Christian Academy
(Christian)
7410 Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 522-6480
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 39 students
Anami Montessori School ![Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.]( "Anami Montessori School Photo - Anami Montessori School is currently celebrating its 32nd year of educating children and families, using the Montessori philosophy. We have monthly open houses on our website and encourage you to sign up or call us if interested in more information.")
Montessori School
2901 Archdale Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 556-0042
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sharon Baptist Weekday School
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
6411 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 552-2194
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 552-2194
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 196 students
St. Ann Catholic School ![St. Ann Catholic School Photo]( "St. Ann Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
600 Hillside Ave
Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 525-4938
Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 525-4938
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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275 Alexander Love Highway
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-1910
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-1910
8881.6 miles
Gr: 9-12
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
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Rank:
4/
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1543 Chester Highway
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-1942
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-1942
8881.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 378 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
(Math: 36% | Reading: 77%)
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Rank:
7/
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275 East Alexander Love Highwa
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-2336
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-2336
8881.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,511 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
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Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Devinney Road
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-5008
York, SC 29745
(803) 684-5008
8881.6 miles
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(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
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Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 East Jefferson Street
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(803) 818-6040
York, SC 29745
(803) 818-6040
8882.1 miles
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