Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wrightsboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrightsboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wrightsboro Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
Today we learn. Tomorrow we lead.
School Rankings
Wrightsboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wrightsboro Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2351 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)27%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
24%
25%
White
26%
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
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 Wrightsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Wrightsboro Elementary School is ranked #2351 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wrightsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Wrightsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary C Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wrightsboro Elementary School?
470 students attend Wrightsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Wrightsboro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wrightsboro Elementary School?
Wrightsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wrightsboro Elementary School offer ?
Wrightsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrightsboro Elementary School part of?
Wrightsboro Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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