Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Topsail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Topsail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Topsail Elementary School's student population of 565 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
North Topsail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Topsail Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Topsail Elementary School's ranking?
North Topsail Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Topsail Elementary School often compared to?
North Topsail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Topsail Elementary School, Topsail Annandale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Topsail Elementary School?
565 students attend North Topsail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Topsail Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Topsail Elementary School?
North Topsail Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Topsail Elementary School offer ?
North Topsail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Topsail Elementary School part of?
North Topsail Elementary School is part of Pender County Schools School District.
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