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Edwin A. Anderson Elementary

455 HALYBURTON MEMORIAL PARKWA WILMINGTON NC 28412

Top 10% School in North Carolina

Ranked 74 of 246 in North Carolina

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About Edwin A. Anderson Elementary

Edwin A. Anderson Elementary School, located in Wilmington, serves about 610 students in kindergarten through 5th grade, maintains an estimated student-teacher ratio of about 15:1 with 42 full-time certified teachers and a counselor dedicated to supporting every learner. Approximately 68% of Anderson's students achieve math proficiency, and around 62% achieve reading proficiency, both significantly higher than the state averages. The strong academic performance places the School in the top 20% in North Carolina, and an 8/10 on GreatSchools rating is a tremendous deal when referencing the best elementary schools in North Carolina. Roughly 21–24% of the students are from minority backgrounds, and about 44% are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Wilmington's median home sale price approaches $466,000 the families' desire to pursue high-quality education for their children enhances this backdrop.

Edwin A. Anderson Elementary Contact Information

Address

455 HALYBURTON MEMORIAL PARKWA WILMINGTON NC 28412

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Phone

(910) 798-3311

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 68%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 68% in Reading.
42
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
624
Total Students
$50661
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 74 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40AM - 2:35PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 79.3%
Asian 1.4%
Hispanic 8.5%
Black 6.3%
Two+ Races 3.5%
Native Am. 0.5%
White
79.3%
Asian
1.4%
Hispanic
8.5%
Black
6.3%
Two+ Races
3.5%
Native Am.
0.5%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 624
46%
287 Female
54%
337 Male

Student Population

624 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

588 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

To start the 2025–2026 school year, the school's leadership emphasized a collaborative approach with the community to foster "academic excellence, critical thinking skills, and mutual respect for all learners," as detailed on the official school and PTA Facebook pages.

FAQ

1. What is the enrollment at Edwin A. Anderson Elementary?

At Edwin A. Anderson Elementary, the student body is a diverse group, with a variety of ability levels represented. The school has a commitment to excellence in academics and personal development.

2. What is the name of the principal at Edwin A. Anderson Elementary?

The principal is Kristi Tinnes-Brown, and is committed to supporting student success and achievement!

3. What hours does Edwin A. Anderson Elementary operate on?

The hours for the school are 7:40 AM to 2:35 PM, starting at 7:15 AM for drop-off.

4. How can I help support my child and Edwin A. Anderson Elementary?

Go to events, volunteer, and communicate with their teachers.

5. What programs are available at Edwin A. Anderson Elementary?

There are many programs to support student growth and learning!"

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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