Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Selwyn Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selwyn 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
Selwyn Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selwyn Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selwyn Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
71%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selwyn Elementary School's ranking?
Selwyn Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Selwyn Elementary School often compared to?
Selwyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Selwyn Elementary School?
651 students attend Selwyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Selwyn Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selwyn Elementary School?
Selwyn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Selwyn Elementary School offer ?
Selwyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Selwyn Elementary School part of?
Selwyn Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Selwyn Elementary School located?
Selwyn Elementary School is located in the Barclay Downs neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Barclay Downs.
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