Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Hubert Eaton Sr. Elementary serves the northern part of Wilmington, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 129.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#135 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wrightsville Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School?
461 students attend Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School offer ?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School part of?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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