Summary:
Wilmington School of the Arts is the sole elementary public charter virtual school serving grades K-6 in the Wilmington School of the Arts district in Wilmington, North Carolina. This standout school has consistently outperformed the state average in mathematics and reading proficiency, particularly in 3rd, 4th, and 7th grades. With a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.9, the school provides personalized attention to its 229 students, 54.59% of whom are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Wilmington School of the Arts has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of North Carolina elementary schools. The school's mathematics proficiency rates ranged from 45.5% to 69.6% in 2024-2025, while reading proficiency rates ranged from 40.9% to 80%. However, the school's 5th-grade science proficiency rate of 36.4% was lower than the state average of 62%, indicating an area for potential improvement.
Despite fluctuations in its statewide ranking, from 1,483 out of 1,502 in 2022-2023 to 730 out of 1,490 in 2024-2025, Wilmington School of the Arts remains a strong-performing elementary school that serves a diverse student population. By continuing to focus on academic excellence and addressing any areas of weakness, the school can further enhance its impact on student outcomes and provide educational opportunities to the Wilmington community.
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