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#1105 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 42% in state
Winget Park Elementary
Elementary School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
12235 Winget Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,105 of 2,648
In Charlotte
#68 of 174
public schools
In district
#71 of 179
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Winget Park Elementary
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About Winget Park Elementary
Winget Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Winget Park Elementary serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Winget Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,105 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Winget Park Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Winget Park Elementary — Students at Winget Park Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Winget Park Elementary Compares
See how Winget Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12235 Winget Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winget Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tega Cay Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Tega Cay), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palisades Park Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Middle School Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Lake Wylie Elementary Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Unity Classical Charter School Charlotte | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Palisades High School Charlotte | 3.0 mi | — |
| Palisades Park Elementary Charlotte | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Berewick Elementary Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| River Gate Elementary Charlotte | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Kennedy Middle Charlotte | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Steele Creek Elementary Charlotte | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy Charlotte | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Olympic High School Charlotte | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| South Pine Academy Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Mill | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PALISADES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Charlotte | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay | 5.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Steele Creek Preparatory Academy Charlotte | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Berryhill School Charlotte | 5.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,366
Median Home Value
$413,400
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
36,438
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
36.4
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|---|---|
| Alamance Community School Haw River, NC | 6.8 |
| Bailey Elementary Bailey, NC | 6.8 |
| Benson Elementary Benson, NC | 6.8 |
| Bethlehem Elementary Taylorsville, NC | 6.8 |
| Carr Elementary Dallas, NC | 6.8 |
| Charles E Boger Elementary Kannapolis, NC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winget Park Elementary
What grades does Winget Park Elementary serve?
Winget Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Winget Park Elementary?
Winget Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winget Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winget Park Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winget Park Elementary rank in NC?
Winget Park Elementary ranks #1,105 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Winget Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winget Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Winget Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winget Park Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winget Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Winget Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winget Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winget Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winget Park Elementary?
44.7% of students at Winget Park Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 701
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (980) 343-1063
Resources & Links
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools- District Enrollment
- 144,116
- Schools in District
- 184
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,198
- District Rank
- #71 of 179
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