Northwest School of the Arts vs Walter G. Byers School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest School of the Arts
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 6–12
993 students
Walter G. Byers School
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
303 students
| Measure | Northwest School of the Arts Charlotte, North Carolina | Walter G. Byers School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #82 of 528 | #1121 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #3970 of 16,910 | #44491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 993 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 993 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 27% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 20.6).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (66% vs 27%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 22%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 99%).
- •Walter G. Byers School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.0).
- •Northwest School of the Arts is the larger school with 993 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 Northwest School of the Arts better than Walter G. Byers School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest School of the Arts ranks higher (67.4 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 Northwest School of the Arts and Walter G. Byers School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest School of the Arts: 993. Walter G. Byers School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest School of the Arts and Walter G. Byers School rank in North Carolina?
Northwest School of the Arts is 82nd of 528 and Walter G. Byers School is 1121st of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).