Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1218 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
64%
24%
White
11%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
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 Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School's ranking?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is ranked #1218 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School often compared to?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School?
409 students attend Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School offer ?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School part of?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School located?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School is located in the Sedgefield neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Sedgefield.
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