Serving 810 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.v. Washam Elementary School's student population of 810 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
J.v. Washam Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.v. Washam Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#404 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
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
21%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.v. Washam Elementary School's ranking?
J.v. Washam Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are J.v. Washam Elementary School often compared to?
J.v. Washam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelius Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J.v. Washam Elementary School?
810 students attend J.v. Washam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J.v. Washam Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.v. Washam Elementary School?
J.v. Washam Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J.v. Washam Elementary School offer ?
J.v. Washam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.v. Washam Elementary School part of?
J.v. Washam Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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