J.V. Washam Elementary

9611 Westmoreland Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031

www.cmsk12.org/jvwashamES

818 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

J.V. Washam Elementary School, located in Cornelius, North Carolina, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5 as part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Situated in a rapidly growing suburban community near Lake Norman, the school is known for its strong academic focus, dedicated faculty, and an active parent-teacher organization. It consistently maintains a reputation for high performance standards and emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with enrichment opportunities designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, J.V. Washam is recognized for fostering a collaborative and inclusive school culture. The school emphasizes character development and community involvement, often hosting events that encourage engagement between families and staff. By utilizing its proximity to the Cornelius community, the school leverages local resources to enhance the educational experience, aiming to create a supportive environment where students are prepared for success in their middle school years and beyond.

818

Total Students

46.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for J.V. Washam Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	550
Hispanic	130
Black	66
Asian	29
Two or More	42
American Indian	1

White
550 (67.2%)
Hispanic
130 (15.9%)
Black
66 (8.1%)
Two or More
42 (5.1%)
Asian
29 (3.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

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)343-1071
Website:	http://www.cmsk12.org/jvwashamES
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	818
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	171
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* 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 131

Grade 1 124

Grade 2 115

Grade 3 158

Grade 4 136

Grade 5 154