Serving 428 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 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- 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
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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 0.52, 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
#1218 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
67%
25%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
428 students attend Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School?
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 School District.
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.
School Reviews
5 8/27/2020
You were my daughter's teacher and im really not surprised by what you said.
4 5/19/2020
This is the worst school ever especially the students they are out of control they need help like wow!.
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