Beverly Woods Elementary in Charlotte

Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	10/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Course Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Grade Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Student Growth	6/10	The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

Posted: December 15, 2025

This is such an incredible neighborhood school. They encourage parental involvement. Kids are taught social emotional skills and it's integral to how the kids treat each other. Parents are welcome to volunteer to support the classroom. I have 3 kids who need IEP for learning differences. The staff is active in finding the needed support for each child. I wish more schools in CMS felt this supportive.

Posted: July 14, 2025

The education my daughter received at this school was great, and I truly appreciate the academic support and curriculum. However, I did not feel welcomed or supported by her 4th and 5th grade teachers. From our first meetings, they didnt create an environment that made me feel comfortable or included as a parent.

I also attended a 4th grade field trip, hoping to be more involved, but unfortunately, I had a similar experience there. I didnt feel acknowledged or guided, and there was a clear lack of effort to make meor other parentsfeel like a valued part of the school community.

Good education is important, and this school provides that, but I believe the way parents are welcomed and included by the staff could use real improvement.

Posted: February 10, 2025

We love Beverly Woods. It was a great school when I went there almost 30yrs ago and that still holds true now that my son is a student there. His teachers have been amazing along with all the other staff we engage with.

Posted: October 9, 2023

I was very excited about this school. But after a couple of weeks Im ready to find my child a new school. Teacher methods is by intimidation, controlling and bullying. Apparently teachers have their favorites and by doing this they manipulate the rest of the class except of having a different better approach. My child now has low self esteem issues that Im currently dealing with due to this type of manipulative behavior done by teachers. STAFF LOCKS SOCIAL MATURITY.

Posted: July 29, 2022

This is the most incredible school. My kids love going to school every day and weve had positive experiences with everything from the front desk to cafeteria staff to teachers and specials. They are committed to developing well-rounded children and meeting their individual needs. Their foundation is built on teaching respect, restraint and responsibility. Its a paideia school, using this model to engage in conversation (speaking and listening) with their peers on all sorts of topics. Homework is very few and far between, instead kids are encouraged to spend time each night reading and being active. It has an incredibly active PTA that is constantly working to provide fun activities, new educational support like an outdoor classroom and appreciation events for teachers.
The school has tons of programs to help kids engage and grow like partnering with EC students, Battle of the Books, Chess Club and the on-campus guidance counselors are incredible. Many teachers stay for a long time because they love the school and it feels like family. I cannot say enough good things about it and feel confident our kids teachers will be lifelong friends.

Posted: November 21, 2021

This is the best school. The staff and teachers are helpful and excellent. The school focuses on academic as well as extra circular activities. Has a very happy and positive atmosphere in school.

Highly recommend. Happy to be a part of this school.
Love this school.

Thank you!

Posted: November 21, 2021

Posted: September 25, 2018

My 4th grade child was 3 years ahead in reading and Maths. He wasted his 1 year in this school. My younger child was in K. She was given very average review by weitzel .We were worried and we sat with her in summer break and she is 1 year ahead of syllabus already . We enrolled her in Barringer Elementary. I am so grateful that i made a good decision to move my kids from Beverly.

Posted: September 25, 2018

Front desk staff are great. Everytime i go to school to drop or pick kids i find them very helping and they welcome parents with great attitude. I have very average rating for teacher. I selected this school based on rating and distant to work place. The 1 year experience to my 4th grader and K were very average that we decided to move out this school. I can say beyond any doubt that we wasted 1 year here. School is located at a great place. Great neighborhood, however curriculum wise i think its a very average. No focus on kids academic improvement. Once we moved to Barringer we realized how fortunate we were. Very average communication between teacher and parent. Zero Home work for both my kids.

Posted: September 25, 2018

I had 2 kids. My kid was in 4th grade. Teacher said she doesnt believe in Home work. However TD program Math had home work .However even TD program was average. My other child was in k. So it was not a big deal

Posted: June 4, 2018

Very friend staff members, amazingly well planned classes, great preps for EOG exams, effective homeworks, and most of all very professional teachers. Ms. Rausch is my sons teacher and she is just more than amazing!! Looks like BWE is getting even better and better every year, and Im sure it will be one of the best schools in NC!

Posted: January 25, 2018

The school has a zero tolerance for bullies. They make sure every kid knows how it feels and why not to do it. As well as having counselors to help sort out problems and more. The school creates an environment that every kid feels safe with.

Posted: January 25, 2018

They take pride in The 3 R's, Respect, Restraint, and Responsibility. Ask any kid who has been there and they will tell you all about the assemblies and activities along with lessons teachers and staff give about keeping in check with these rules. As well as being nice to others and themselves.

Posted: January 25, 2018

They have assemblies about leadership. Teaching kids to take charge. The majority Graduate feeling successful and ready to take on the world with little fear.

Posted: January 25, 2018

Any kid who is seen struggling or wants help can be helped by a teacher or learning group to help them reach the level they need to be on or just give them the confidence to try their best and on how to work with their differences positively.

Posted: January 25, 2018

All the teachers are fun and encourage learning, they make it fun, exciting, and never give up on a student.

Posted: January 25, 2018

10/10 whenever I here stories or think about the times were I was there, I am flooded by memories of not doing worksheets from classrooms. But learning with energy and all the things that I got to do. Along with an unexplainable feeling of love for everything there. Whenever you walk in there you can feel the love and innocence of the kids and environment. From the student-painted murals to the energy of life. You can really tell on how great this school is. If I could, I would go back, even as a kid I would rather just skip the weekend and see what the teachers had planned next. When I graduated from fifth grade I realized all the amazing things I had to let go. And as I met people from other schools, I realized how over and beyond our school strived to make each and every student a successful and nice person. Not to mention how many friends for life I made. (they are also an A+ Blue ribbon School, and more)

Posted: April 23, 2017

The teachers are amazing and the parent involvement is top notch! We have been so impressed with BW the last two years. Our daughter is in first grade and she loves it. We are excited for our son to attend as well in a few years. The school has definitely earned the Blue Ribbon Award and that is very obvious as you meet with teachers, school staff and other parents. The community really does put our children's learning and future first.

Posted: April 18, 2017

This is a school of character and has an amazing character education program!

Posted: April 18, 2017

The homework is always engaging and not just busy work. It is never more than what is age appropriate and doesn't take much of our afternoon.

Posted: April 18, 2017

My kiddos have been at BWE for 8 years and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. It is a school that exemplifies academic excellence as well as builds kind and empathetic children. We bought our house specifically so our kids could go to Beverly Woods and it was the best decision we've ever made!

Posted: April 17, 2017

I have two children with special needs. My daughter being so complex and having a syndrome that is so rare, she might take the cake on being the most complex they have ever worked with. She has truly made these teachers and administration work hard! The one thing that is so amazing to me is they have never rolled there eyes at me or become frustrated at me. They have always just welcomed our family with open arms. This school is like one big family. They are supportive of the children and parents which can be very hard at times, but still maintain the understanding that every family presents differently. Just a couple of weeks ago my daughter was put on life support. I have never seen a school surround my family with such love and kindness in my life. They made sure anything and everything we needed, we had. Caroline Horne is an amazing principal. She mentors fellow principals in the district so, that has to say something about her character. While she is always busy her #1 priority is always maintaining a great environment for her students. This school would have NEVER become a blue ribbon school had it not been for her hard work and dedication. I tell everyone I feel like my kids are in a private school that I just don't have to pay for. Your child will get it all at this school. Just to name a few are diversity, inclusion, and most importantly a great education. I cannot say anything bad at all about this school. I hope this helps in making your decision. You won't find anywhere better than Beverly Woods Elementary.

Posted: April 17, 2017

I actually have been told when kids go to middle school you always know which ones came from BWE by the way they treat their peers. They say they are full of love and compassion for everyone regardless of what the situation presents.

Posted: April 17, 2017

They don't feel that sending children home with mounds of work is effective. They send home a few things each week. It might sound as if they won't be ready for middle school, but as they hit 4th and 5th grades they work on taking responsibility for yourself and give them what they feel is necessary to have them ready for middle school.

Posted: April 12, 2017

Caroline Horne and the entire Beverly Woods staff coupled with family involvement make this school one of a kind. The commitment to inclusion is second to none... One of the best in this state.

Posted: April 5, 2017

My daughter flourished not only academically, but socially as well at Beverly Woods. She enjoyed learning from her teachers, and made many friends. It is a school my wife and I loved doing whatever we could to continue to make this a great school.

Posted: April 5, 2017

Very active principal and the new assistant principal is very good too. The teachers are dedicated and the school environment is supportive. The community is behind the success too. Our three kids have all thrived here. The integration of the children with special needs is best in class. A fully integrated and supportive community school. No wonder the school won the Blue Ribbon Award from the US Department of Education.

Posted: September 29, 2016

Outstanding school
Innovative and responds well
To all children
Teachers are excellent. Very little turnover of staff. Administration helpful and supportive

Posted: September 3, 2016

Great school. Very proud to be here
Excellent teachers and leadership
Strong positive culture an environment

Posted: July 11, 2016

I came to this school with a lot of excitement for my son and the school year. We were new to the area and heard great things about it and read wonderful reviews. However the experience we had was nothing like we expected. This school needs more diversity and training on dealing with children of color. The principal is very compassionate and I must say the Asst. Principal is very patient however that is not always enough to get through to a child especially one that is not accustomed to the environment. Teachers are very combative and inconsistent in their dealings. Past experiences are held against them and there is no such thing as a new day in the classroom. Teachers have favorites. My son had 2 items stolen from him and nothing was done about it. It was such a terrible year. This is just to speak on very LITTLE of what we went through. Not to mention how rude the front office staff is or how the cafeteria manager took a breakfast tray out the trash and tried to force my child to eat it. Yea its safe to say we will NOT be returning to this school. If you have a child of color then you probably will not fit in here. They do not care to change the atmosphere either. Good luck.

Posted: September 14, 2015

My children attended Beverly Woods School last year. We moved to another similar size and ranked school in Charlotte. After being at a different school, I am already surprised at the difference in leadership. Our new school has more parent & teacher involvement and especially the principal is a hands on leader. We never saw the principal at Beverly Woods with a "hands on attitude." You only would report to her if you were in trouble. It is amazing when a principal has a positive attitude and it carries on through the staff and school. I am so happy about our new change and new CMS school. It is amazing the difference just a few miles makes, I never knew.

Posted: September 30, 2014

My son just began kindergarten and I have to say that he has excelled tremendously in reading in just 5 weeks. He is very much into learning and arts and crafts much more then ever before. His teacher is lovely and he seems to like her a lot. In general we are very satisfied and he is happy there.

Posted: August 19, 2014

BWE is an excellent elementary school. We considered all the options - public, parochial, independent - and couldn't believe it when the "best" option appeared to be our neighborhood, public elementary. We are three years in (oldest starting 2nd, youngest starting K) and could not be happier! The administrators and teachers we have encountered are top-notch, nurturing and well-trained. The PTA is super-involved and makes a major difference, both in terms of manpower and financial support, for the programs the school can offer. The school is big - with 5-6 classes per grade - but the students seem to mix and mingle and get to know one another (the size also reduces cliquishness). Can't say enough positive things about our experience so far.

Posted: May 5, 2014

We just moved here this year and came from private school. We have been very pleased with the welcoming environment and high expectations. The staff and administrators are among the best we have worked.

Posted: April 22, 2014

This school lacks adequate leadership. If your child has any kind of learning disability or behavioral issues, the school leadership will likely unfairly push your child toward the EC (Exceptional Children) program to avoid properly dealing with the issue. Intimidation and control seems to be the inherent management attitude at this school.

Posted: April 21, 2014

Excellent inclusion and school that respects differences and meets all children's needs. Outstanding staff. We love it.

Posted: October 2, 2013

I love this school. Academically the best. The entire staff (Principal, teachers, assistants and including the cafeteria staff and lunch room monitor)are all very professional. I can't think of anything I don't like about this school. You can trust that your child is in a nice & safe environment where everyone cares.

Posted: June 5, 2013

my child is finishing kindergarten at beverly woods tomorrow, and i can't say enough wonderful things about the school. he wasn't reading before he started kindergarten, and really disliked writing. he's reading chapter books, reads to his brother's class, and writes little books on a daily basis. i am beyond impressed with what he has learned this year, and the staff is EXCELLENT.

Posted: March 8, 2012

To the person that supposedly KNEW first hand of the experience. I am the mother of the child speaking on the original post. The school never called me to come pick my son up. The YMCA Steele Creek was responsible for picking up my son daily- not myself. I never once heard from the school until a month had passed- mind you the 3rd day of school they LOST my son. He is now attending Berewick Elementary and LOVES it. We have had absolutely NO problems since we switched schools. I'm a single mother. I entrusted the YMCA to pick him up for me daily- which they did. I could not "fix" them being late if I was not made aware. However, I did fix the situation and had him removed from the school altogether. Obviously you are speaking on another situation. You know NOTHING of my situation involving MY son

Posted: November 13, 2011

this is the best school ever!!!!! They have the best teachers, and an even better principal!!!!

Posted: May 22, 2011

My son has been at this school for two years, and I plan on him being here through the 5th grade. This school is very organized, child oriented, and ensures the children get the instruction they need. My son has always been classified as a very smart child, and had problems being challenged ar other schools. At Beverly Woods he is pushed to learn, and do his best. Here they learn a wide array of things, and are able to focus on subjects other than just math and reading because they do so well on their testing. There is community and parent incolvement. I am very pleased.

Posted: January 5, 2011

great school- excellent staff and parent involvement- strong character and leadership development as well as academics

Beverly Woods Elementary

Charlotte, NC 28210

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