Serving 655 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Porters Neck Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porters Neck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Porters Neck Elementary School's student population of 655 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Porters Neck 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 Porters Neck Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#473 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Porters Neck Elementary School's ranking?
Porters Neck Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Porters Neck Elementary School often compared to?
Porters Neck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Porters Neck Elementary School?
655 students attend Porters Neck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Porters Neck Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porters Neck Elementary School?
Porters Neck Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Porters Neck Elementary School offer ?
Porters Neck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porters Neck Elementary School part of?
Porters Neck Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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