Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Castle Hayne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Castle Hayne Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Castle Hayne, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 48.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Hayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Castle Hayne Elementary School's student population of 531 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Castle Hayne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Hayne Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
19%
24%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Hayne Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Hayne Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Castle Hayne Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Hayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Castle Hayne Elementary School?
531 students attend Castle Hayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Castle Hayne Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Hayne Elementary School?
Castle Hayne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle Hayne Elementary School offer ?
Castle Hayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle Hayne Elementary School part of?
Castle Hayne Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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