Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1218 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
64%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is ranked #1218 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School?
409 students attend Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School located?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is located in the Sedgefield neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Sedgefield.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This is the worst school ever especially the students they are out of control they need help like wow!.
5 10/10/2025
You were my daughter's teacher and im really not surprised by what you said.
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