Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carolina Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carolina Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carolina Beach Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carolina Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carolina Beach Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
91%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carolina Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Carolina Beach Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Carolina Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Carolina Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr John Codington Elementary School, Pine Valley 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Carolina Beach Elementary School?
383 students attend Carolina Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carolina Beach Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolina Beach Elementary School?
Carolina Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carolina Beach Elementary School offer ?
Carolina Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carolina Beach Elementary School part of?
Carolina Beach Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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