Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Waccamaw ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waccamaw's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waccamaw ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw is 0.60, 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
#788 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
12%
24%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw's ranking?
Waccamaw is ranked #788 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw often compared to?
Waccamawis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School, Supply Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw?
415 students attend Waccamaw.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Waccamaw students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waccamaw?
Waccamaw has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waccamaw offer ?
Waccamaw offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waccamaw part of?
Waccamaw is part of Brunswick County Schools.
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