First Ward Arts Elementary

FWCAA is an elementary school which specializes in art - integrated Learning.

FWCAA sits closely to the beautiful skyline of uptown Charlotte.

First Ward is located in uptown in one of the oldest and culturally diverse communities.

First Ward Creative Arts Academy is an exciting place for all of our students to come and learn.

FWCAA program enhances academic achievement and encourages excellence in it's students.

FWCAA is an inviting and warm environment that is conducive to student learning.

First Ward Arts Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

715 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC

First Ward Neighborhood

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

528 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Ms Selestine Y. Adams

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Math Proficiency
53%

Reading Proficiency
41%

B-

Academics

C+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

41%

Math Proficiency

53%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

13:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

7.3%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

289:1

Student Diversity

Female

53.7%

Male

46.3%

Black

74.5%

Hispanic

14.9%

Two or more races

5.7%

White

Asian or Pacific Islander

Native American

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

10/17/2023

This is the most disappointing pathetic school I have ever encountered in my life. The majority of the teachers act like they do not want to be there, that everything falls on the parent, and it’s almost like they’re mad that you and your child even exist. They don’t communicate anything with you un...

5.0 parent

3/15/2023

this school was really great loved the festivities!

5.0 parent

8/21/2014

This school is really great. The principle really cares about the students. My daughter's kindergarten teacher was the best. We're excited for another year!

5.0 parent

9/29/2013

Love this school! My daughter is in first grade at First Ward Creative Arts Academy. The faculty and staff are remarkable. I highly recommend this school.

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North Carolina Mecklenburg County Charlotte 28202 First Ward

First Ward Arts Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Charlotte, NC and is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 528 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 53% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. First Ward Arts Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $418,425. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences, Military and Global Leadership Academy, Northwest School of the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Charlotte has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near First Ward Arts Elementary.

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