Serving 572 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Wylie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Wylie Elementary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1669 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
41%
20%
Black
36%
25%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
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?
572 students attend Lake Wylie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Wylie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% 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 14:1, which is lower 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
What school district is Lake Wylie Elementary School part of?
Lake Wylie Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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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