Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabeth Lane Elementary serves the southeastern part of Matthews, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School's student population of 702 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Lane Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Lane Elementary School?
702 students attend Elizabeth Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Elizabeth Lane Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Lane Elementary School?
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Lane Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Lane Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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