Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts in Charlotte, NC, enrolls 53 students in kindergarten through 2nd grade within a nonsectarian, city–based setting in the Firestone Garden Park neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with a total of 3 teachers serving all grades.
Located in a large city community, the school serves a fully diverse student body with 100% students of color.
/ The Arts ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for diversity based on statewide comparisons.
As a K–2 private school in Charlotte, the school provides an option for families seeking early elementary education in a coeducational environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts?
The application deadline for Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts located?
Friendship Day School For Science / The Arts is located in the Firestone Garden Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Firestone Garden Park.
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