Eugene Ashley High School is a high school just outside Wilmington, North Carolina, located in the New Hanover County School District. The facility was opened in the New Hanover County Veteran's Park in 2001. The school was named after Medal of Honor recipient Sgt.
Serving 1,893 students in grades 9-12, Eugene Ashley High 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 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eugene Ashley High serves the southern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 38.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugene Ashley High 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
Eugene Ashley High School's student population of 1,893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,893 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Vereratio In Murneris (Honor in Service)
School Rankings
Eugene Ashley High 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 Eugene Ashley High School is 0.47, 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
#376 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Screaming Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugene Ashley High School's ranking?
Eugene Ashley High School is ranked #376 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eugene Ashley High School often compared to?
Eugene Ashley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T Hoggard High School, Emsley A Laney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eugene Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of Eugene Ashley High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Eugene Ashley High School?
1,893 students attend Eugene Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Eugene Ashley High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eugene Ashley High School?
Eugene Ashley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eugene Ashley High School offer ?
Eugene Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugene Ashley High School part of?
Eugene Ashley High School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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