Serving 340 students in grades 3-5, Cotswold Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cotswold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cotswold Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Cotswold Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cotswold Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1774 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
34%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
28.7%
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 Cotswold Elementary School's ranking?
Cotswold Elementary School is ranked #1774 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cotswold Elementary School?
340 students attend Cotswold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Cotswold Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cotswold Elementary School?
Cotswold Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cotswold Elementary School offer ?
Cotswold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cotswold Elementary School part of?
Cotswold Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Cotswold Elementary School located?
Cotswold Elementary School is located in the Cotswold neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Cotswold.
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