Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Porters Neck Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porters Neck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Porters Neck Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porters Neck Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porters Neck Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porters Neck Elementary School's ranking?
Porters Neck Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Porters Neck Elementary School often compared to?
Porters Neck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogden Elementary School, Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Porters Neck Elementary School?
528 students attend Porters Neck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Porters Neck Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porters Neck Elementary School?
Porters Neck Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porters Neck Elementary School offer ?
Porters Neck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Porters Neck Elementary School part of?
Porters Neck Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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