Summary
Selwyn Elementary is a high-performing public elementary school in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving 671 students in grades K-5. As part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district, Selwyn Elementary has consistently ranked among the top 5% of elementary schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Selwyn Elementary's academic excellence is evident across all grade levels and subject areas, with students significantly outperforming their peers in the district and state. In the 2024-2025 school year, 91% of 3rd graders, 92.2% of 4th graders, and 91.8% of 5th graders were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 66.7%, 61.4%, and 62.9% for the district, respectively. In Reading, Selwyn Elementary had 77.5% of 3rd graders, 86.7% of 4th graders, and 86.7% of 5th graders proficient or better, compared to 46.5%, 57.8%, and 53.8% for the district. The school's exceptional performance extends to 5th-grade Science, with 89.8% of students proficient or better, compared to 63.3% for the district and 62% for the state.
Selwyn Elementary's success is not limited to overall academic achievement; the school also excels in serving diverse student populations. The school ranks in the top 5% of North Carolina elementary schools for White students and in the top 1% for special education students. Even for subgroups that perform lower statewide, such as African American and Hispanic students, Selwyn Elementary ranks in the top 25% and top 40% of North Carolina elementary schools, respectively. While the school's relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 11.17% to 16.69%, suggests a more affluent student population, Selwyn Elementary's ability to deliver exceptional results across a diverse range of learners is a testament to its effective teaching practices and support systems.
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