New Hanover County Schools


Summary:

The New Hanover County Schools district in North Carolina encompasses 42 schools, including 26 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 9 high schools. The schools in this district exhibit a wide range of academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation, with some standout institutions like Ogden Elementary and Masonboro Elementary ranking among the top 10 elementary schools in the state.

The district's student population is diverse, with the percentage of white students ranging from 12.71% at Sunset Park Elementary to 93.16% at Wrightsville Beach Elementary. Academic performance also varies widely, with some schools like Dr. Hubert Eaton Senior Elementary excelling on state assessments, while others like Forest Hills Global Elementary struggle. The district's specialized schools, such as the Wilmington Early College High and Isaac M. Bear Early College High School, appear to be performing exceptionally well.

The data suggests that there may be funding disparities across the district, with spending per student ranging from $8,277 at Charles P. Murray Middle to $44,023 at Lake Forest Academy. This, coupled with the strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, highlights the need for the New Hanover County Schools district to address disparities and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.

District Detail

 6410 Carolina Beach Road
Wilmington, NC 28412

 (910) 254-4200

SchoolDigger Rank:
74th of 243 North Carolina districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 25,244

Primary Schools: 26
Middle Schools: 7
High Schools: 9
Alternative Schools: 0
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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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