Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edwin A Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Edwin A Anderson Elementary serves the southern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Anchored in Excellence
School Rankings
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin A Anderson Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#500 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-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 Edwin A Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Edwin A Anderson Elementary School often compared to?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr John Codington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Edwin A Anderson Elementary School?
514 students attend Edwin A Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Edwin A Anderson Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwin A Anderson Elementary School?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edwin A Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwin A Anderson Elementary School part of?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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