Serving 818 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J.V. Washam Elementary serves the northern part of Cornelius, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.v. Washam Elementary School's student population of 818 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.v. Washam Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#404 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.v. Washam Elementary School's ranking?
J.v. Washam Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J.v. Washam Elementary School often compared to?
J.v. Washam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelius Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J.v. Washam Elementary School?
818 students attend J.v. Washam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of J.v. Washam Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.v. Washam Elementary School?
J.v. Washam Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J.v. Washam Elementary School offer ?
J.v. Washam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.v. Washam Elementary School part of?
J.v. Washam Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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