Serving 391 students in grades 3-5, Cotswold Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cotswold Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cotswold Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cotswold Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1492 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
44%
25%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cotswold Elementary School's ranking?
Cotswold Elementary School is ranked #1492 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cotswold Elementary School?
391 students attend Cotswold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cotswold Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cotswold Elementary School?
Cotswold Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cotswold Elementary School offer ?
Cotswold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Cotswold Elementary School part of?
Cotswold Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cotswold Elementary School located?
Cotswold Elementary School is located in the Cotswold neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Cotswold.
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