Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington

Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington is a single elementary public charter school located in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving students from grades K-5. With only 125 students enrolled, the school has a diverse student population, with a majority of African American students (55.2%) and a significant percentage of students from other racial/ethnic backgrounds.

Despite its small size, Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington faces some notable challenges. The school's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is consistently below the state averages in North Carolina, with proficiency rates in math and reading for grades 3-5 all lower than the state's. However, the school did perform better than the state average in 5th grade science proficiency. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students (87.2%) who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population, which may contribute to the school's academic challenges.

According to the SchoolDigger rankings, Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington has been consistently ranked in the bottom third of North Carolina elementary schools, with a 1-star rating out of 5 for the 2023-2024 school year. The school's high student-teacher ratio of 26:1 may also impact the quality of instruction and individual attention students receive. Overall, the data suggests that Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its diverse and economically disadvantaged student population.