Best Public Schools in Wilmington, NC


Summary:

The city of Wilmington, North Carolina is home to 44 schools, including 29 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 8 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the New Hanover County Schools district, which is ranked 70 out of 242 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Some of the standout schools in Wilmington include Ogden Elementary, ranked 3rd out of 1,505 elementary schools in North Carolina with a 5-star rating and over 90% of students proficient in math and reading, and Masonboro Elementary, ranked 11th with a 5-star rating and similarly high test scores. Dr. Hubert Eaton Senior Elementary and Isaac M. Bear Early College High School are also standout schools, with 5-star ratings and exceptional academic performance.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic achievement across Wilmington's schools, with a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and test scores. While the top-performing schools have over 80% of students proficient, the lowest-performing schools have under 30% proficiency. This suggests that addressing inequities in educational opportunities and resources will be crucial for improving outcomes for all students in the Wilmington school system.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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