Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winterfield 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 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winterfield 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
Winterfield Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Winterfield 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 Winterfield Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#2419 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
73%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
6%
42%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winterfield Elementary School's ranking?
Winterfield Elementary School is ranked #2419 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Winterfield Elementary School?
461 students attend Winterfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Winterfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterfield Elementary School?
Winterfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winterfield Elementary School offer ?
Winterfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winterfield Elementary School part of?
Winterfield Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Winterfield Elementary School located?
Winterfield Elementary School is located in the Sheffield Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Sheffield Park.
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