Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Topsail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Topsail Elementary serves the eastern part of Hampstead, NC, covering an area of approximately 39 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Topsail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Topsail Elementary School's student population of 529 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Topsail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Topsail Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#572 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 North Topsail Elementary School's ranking?
North Topsail Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Topsail Elementary School often compared to?
North Topsail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Topsail Elementary School, Topsail Annandale 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Topsail Elementary School?
529 students attend North Topsail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Topsail Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Topsail Elementary School?
North Topsail Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Topsail Elementary School offer ?
North Topsail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Topsail Elementary School part of?
North Topsail Elementary School is part of Pender County Schools.
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