First Ward Creative Arts Academy vs Walter G. Byers School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Ward Creative Arts Academy
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
421 students
Walter G. Byers School
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
303 students
| Measure | First Ward Creative Arts Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Walter G. Byers School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #667 of 1,457 | #1121 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #35967 of 50,301 | #44491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 421 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 27% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 20.6).
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 22%).
- •Walter G. Byers School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 99.3%).
- •Walter G. Byers School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.0).
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy is the larger school with 421 students compared with 303.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is First Ward Creative Arts Academy better than Walter G. Byers School?
On the Success Index (US), First Ward Creative Arts Academy ranks higher (33.9 vs 20.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are First Ward Creative Arts Academy and Walter G. Byers School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Ward Creative Arts Academy: 421. Walter G. Byers School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Ward Creative Arts Academy and Walter G. Byers School rank in North Carolina?
First Ward Creative Arts Academy is 667th of 1,457 and Walter G. Byers School is 1121st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).