Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cornelius Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelius Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cornelius Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Cornelius Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelius Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#583 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
63%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelius Elementary School's ranking?
Cornelius Elementary School is ranked #583 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cornelius Elementary School often compared to?
Cornelius Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.v. Washam Elementary School, Davidson K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cornelius Elementary School?
556 students attend Cornelius Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cornelius Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornelius Elementary School?
Cornelius Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cornelius Elementary School offer ?
Cornelius Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornelius Elementary School part of?
Cornelius Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/7/2019
I have been a part of this school since 2012 and have nothing but AMAZING things to say. The administration is accommodating to parent needs. The principal will listen to you and follows up to make sure your needs were met. Every teacher we have had has been my child''s new favorite! They go above and beyond to make their teaching engaging. They have themed days for math and science, field trips to new places every year and above all, a safe place for my student to learn.
1 10/29/2016
The teacher/student ratio is closer to 25:1. My son was the 25th student to enter his classroom. The bullying is horrific! It's been going on since at least 2011. And it continues. Many parents pull their children from this school b/c of the bullying. I am pulling mine and back to private school we go!! It is not a caring positive learning environment. Rather, noisy, chaotic and uncontrolled classrooms. Lessons are sometimes not heard by a student due to the noise. Lessons are done under a desk by a few students, so the student can find peace to focus on the assignment. Really? Under the desk? Why can't the classroom be quiet? And who controls that? Phys Ed is unimpressive and the children get more exercise at recess. It's just not the place. Their rankings are old, wrong, and discombobulated.
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