Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wrightsville Beach 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 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrightsville Beach 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
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Dolphins
School Rankings
Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#34 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90-94%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
91%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrightsville Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wrightsville Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School, College Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wrightsville Beach Elementary School?
280 students attend Wrightsville Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Wrightsville Beach Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wrightsville Beach Elementary School?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wrightsville Beach Elementary School offer ?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrightsville Beach Elementary School part of?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is overcrowded and overrated. Students are in trailers K-2. Poor leadership. Dyslexic students not given proper remediation.
5 10/10/2025
Wrightsville Beach School is one of the most special places there is. There is a warm environment that makes all children feel special. Both my children have had great success there. Fantastic teacher. Only drawback. It is very overcrowded.
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