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River Gate Elementary

15340 Smith Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273, United States

+1 (980) 344-1000

http://www.cmsk12.org/rivergatees

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About This School

River Gate Elementary is a public elementary in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving 693 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 74% in English Language Arts, 68% in mathematics, and 71% in science. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 45 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $46,154. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 346:1. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 40% Black, 29% Hispanic, 15% White, 10% Asian, and 7% students of two or more races.

693

Total Students

K-5

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

45 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Mecklenburg County

Students per Counselor

346:1

River Gate Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 16:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

346

Students per Counselor

River Gate Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$46,154

City Avg: $46,007

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor346:1

River Gate Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.23%

Male

48.77%

Female

Total Enrollment: 693 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White15.15%

Hispanic28.57%

Asian9.52%

Black39.54%

Two or More Races6.64%

Native American0.14%

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Frequently Asked Questions About River Gate Elementary

Q: What is River Gate Elementary?

A: River Gate Elementary is a elementary public located in Charlotte.

Q: How many students attend River Gate Elementary?

A: River Gate Elementary has approximately 693 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at River Gate Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at River Gate Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about River Gate Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About River Gate Elementary - Charlotte, NC

Quick Facts about River Gate Elementary
School Name	River Gate Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	15340 Smith Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273, Charlotte, NC
County	Mecklenburg County
Phone	+1 (980) 344-1000
Total Students	693
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	45
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about River Gate Elementary

What is River Gate Elementary?

River Gate Elementary is a elementary public located in Charlotte.

How many students attend River Gate Elementary?

River Gate Elementary has approximately 693 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Gate Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at River Gate Elementary is 15:1.

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