Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walter G. Byers School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter G Byers School serves the southeast part of Charlotte, NC, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter G. Byers School's student population of 303 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Walter G. Byers 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 Walter G. Byers School is 0.39, 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
#2322 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
76%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
3%
42%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 11-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 Walter G. Byers School's ranking?
Walter G. Byers School is ranked #2322 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Walter G. Byers School?
303 students attend Walter G. Byers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Walter G. Byers School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter G. Byers School?
Walter G. Byers School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter G. Byers School offer ?
Walter G. Byers School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter G. Byers School part of?
Walter G. Byers School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Walter G. Byers School located?
Walter G. Byers School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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