Serving 266 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (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
Community Size
School Overview
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wrightsville Beach Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 #46 out of 2,568 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wrightsville Beach Elementary School?
266 students attend Wrightsville Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wrightsville Beach Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wrightsville Beach Elementary School?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wrightsville Beach Elementary School offer ?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wrightsville Beach Elementary School part of?
Wrightsville Beach Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2011
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.
2 7/19/2010
The school is overcrowded and overrated. Students are in trailers K-2. Poor leadership. Dyslexic students not given proper remediation.
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