SELWYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Selwyn Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 817 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, Selwyn Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Selwyn Elementary School, located in the Myers Park area of Charlotte, North Carolina, serves as a prominent public school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Known for its strong academic reputation and deep roots in the community, the school consistently prioritizes a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for future educational success. Its location in a well-established neighborhood contributes to a highly engaged parent community, which frequently collaborates with school leadership to support various enrichment programs and campus initiatives.
Beyond its academic focus, Selwyn Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates character development and social-emotional learning. The school is known for fostering a welcoming environment that values diversity and inclusivity, striving to meet the individual needs of a varied student body. With a commitment to both high standards and community involvement, Selwyn remains a central fixture in the Charlotte education landscape, dedicated to cultivating lifelong learners and responsible citizens.
For more information, contact Selwyn Elementary at (980) 343-5835 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Charlotte, NC 28211-2699
(980) 343-5835
SELWYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Charlotte, NC with about 817 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
- Total Students:
- 817
- Teachers:
- 47.81
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 817 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SELWYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 76.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.3%
- Black or African American
- 8.4%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.