Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summersill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Summersill Elementary serves the northern part of Jacksonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summersill Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Summersill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summersill Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1467 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summersill Elementary School's ranking?
Summersill Elementary School is ranked #1467 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Summersill Elementary School often compared to?
Summersill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansboro Middle School, Trexler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Summersill Elementary School?
482 students attend Summersill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Summersill Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summersill Elementary School?
Summersill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summersill Elementary School offer ?
Summersill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summersill Elementary School part of?
Summersill Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great teachers and academic programs. Also has wonderful music and art specials for the kids.
5 10/10/2025
The school is great and the school truly cares about all there students and want them to succeed. Would recommend this school
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