Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Masonboro Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter L Parsley Elementary serves the southern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Masonboro 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
Masonboro Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Masonboro Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Masonboro Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#51 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)93%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masonboro Elementary School's ranking?
Masonboro Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Masonboro Elementary School often compared to?
Masonboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island Montessori Charter School, Holly Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Masonboro Elementary School?
564 students attend Masonboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Masonboro Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Masonboro Elementary School?
Masonboro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Masonboro Elementary School offer ?
Masonboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Masonboro Elementary School part of?
Masonboro Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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