Serving 40 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Water's Edge Village 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 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Water's Edge Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Water's Edge Village School's student population of 40 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Mascot
Waves
School Rankings
Water's Edge Village 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 Water's Edge Village School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Waves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water's Edge Village School's ranking?
Water's Edge Village School is ranked #378 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Water's Edge Village School?
40 students attend Water's Edge Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Water's Edge Village School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Water's Edge Village School?
Water's Edge Village School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Water's Edge Village School offer ?
Water's Edge Village School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Water's Edge Village School part of?
Water's Edge Village School is part of Water's Edge Village School District.
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