Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Wylie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 86% 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Wylie Elementary serves the southwest part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Wylie Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Wylie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Wylie Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1669 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Wylie Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Wylie Elementary School is ranked #1669 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lake Wylie Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Wylie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Gate Elementary School, Steele Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lake Wylie Elementary School?
633 students attend Lake Wylie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lake Wylie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Wylie Elementary School?
Lake Wylie Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Wylie Elementary School offer ?
Lake Wylie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Wylie Elementary School part of?
Lake Wylie Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lake Wylie Elementary School located?
Lake Wylie Elementary School is located in the Brown Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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