Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idlewild 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Idlewild Elementary serves the southeast part of Charlotte, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idlewild Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Idlewild Elementary School's student population of 850 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Idlewild 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 Idlewild Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1149 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)
46%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)26%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-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 Idlewild Elementary School's ranking?
Idlewild Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Idlewild Elementary School?
850 students attend Idlewild Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Idlewild Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idlewild Elementary School?
Idlewild Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Idlewild Elementary School offer ?
Idlewild Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idlewild Elementary School part of?
Idlewild Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Idlewild Elementary School located?
Idlewild Elementary School is located in the North Sharon Amity And Reddman Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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