Holly Tree Elementary

3020 WEB TRACE WILMINGTON NC 28409

Top 10% School in North Carolina

Ranked 42 of 196 in North Carolina

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About Holly Tree Elementary

Holly Tree Elementary, located in Wilmington’s 28409 zip, serves approximately 423 K–5 students with 29 full-time teachers and a counselor on support staff, resulting in a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Approximately 71% of students are proficient in math, while 69% are proficient in reading, placing Holly Tree in the top 20% in North Carolina, and is customarily referenced in searches regarding the best elementary schools in North Carolina. The student population is approximately 23% minority, and approximately 21–23% of students enrolled receive free or reduced-price lunch. Holly Tree stands out not only for its positive academic achievement but also for its characteristics of concern for the students' academic growth. Homes for sale in Wilmington, approximately 10 minutes away, featured a median list price of $466,000.

Contact Information

Address

3020 WEB TRACE WILMINGTON NC 28409

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Phone

(910) 790-2250

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 69%
Reading 71%
State average proficiency is 69% in Math and 71% in Reading.
29
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
423
Total Students
$50661
Avg. Teacher Salary

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at Holly Tree Elementary

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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School Ratings

Ranked

42

of 196 in North Carolina

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 76.6%
Asian 1.9%
Hispanic 10.6%
Black 5%
Two+ Races 5.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
76.6%
Asian
1.9%
Hispanic
10.6%
Black
5%
Two+ Races
5.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 423
45%
190 Female
55%
233 Male

Student Population

423 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

For the 2025–2026 school year, North Carolina public schools, including Holly Tree Elementary, transitioned from PowerSchool to a new SIS called NCSIS, which is powered by Infinite Campus. The new system will provide parents with enhanced tools to monitor student grades, attendance, and assignments.

FAQ

1. Which grade levels are served by Holly Tree Elementary?

Holly Tree Elementary serves grades K-5.

2. What is the student-teacher ratio at Holly Tree Elementary?

The student-to-teacher ratio is approximately 13.39:1, which is lower than the state average for North Carolina.

3. How many students attend Holly Tree Elementary?

Holly Tree Elementary has an enrollment of 406 students.

4. What is the median home value near Holly Tree Elementary?

The median home value in the area is approximately $350,300, which is above the national average.

5. What is the academic performance at Holly Tree Elementary?

The school has strong academic performance with 71% of students proficient in math and 69% proficient in reading.

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.

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James and the Giant Peach

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The Secret Language of Birds

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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