Selwyn Elementary

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651 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

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.

651

Total Students

39.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Selwyn Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	464
Hispanic	45
Black	82
Asian	28
Two or More	30
American Indian	2

White
464 (71.3 %)
Black
82 (12.6 %)
Hispanic
45 (6.9 %)
Two or More
30 (4.6 %)
Asian
28 (4.3 %)
American Indian
2 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone:	(980)343-5835
Website:	http://selwynelementaryschool.wearecms.com
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	651
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	98
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 109

Grade 1 107

Grade 2 106

Grade 3 105

Grade 4 113

Grade 5 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Selwyn Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	109
Grade 1	107
Grade 2	106
Grade 3	105
Grade 4	113
Grade 5	111

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Selwyn Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	304	46.7%
Male	347	53.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)