Serving 669 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Selwyn Elementary serves the southern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- 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 669 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
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 0.41, 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
#111 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 25-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 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, Sharon 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?
669 students attend Selwyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Selwyn Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selwyn Elementary School?
Selwyn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selwyn Elementary School part of?
Selwyn Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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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