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Porters Neck Elementary

416 EDGEWATER CLUB RD WILMINGTON NC 28411

Top 10% School in North Carolina

Ranked 67 of 246 in North Carolina

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About Porters Neck Elementary

Porters Neck Elementary in coastal Wilmington serves between 605 and 655 children enrolled in grades K-5 and routinely produces among the best academic performance in North Carolina, in the top first 20 percent of schools statewide, with around 69 percent of students proficient in mathematics and 64 percent proficient in reading. The school’s minority population hovers around 22 percent, and the pupil-teacher ratio ranges from 15:1 to 16:1, supported by around 41 full-time teachers and at least one counselor. The modern design and appearance of the school reflect its construction date and location in a vibrant coastal neighborhood. The price of homes was estimated at $700,000, but listings exceeded 950,000, which is indicative of an affluent community. It is noteworthy that the solid identity of this profile coexists in search results alongside a broad search like best elementary schools in North Carolina, but again, the school is known for its embedded identity in a community with found relationships, deep student engagement, and low cost of living.

Porters Neck Elementary Contact Information

Address

416 EDGEWATER CLUB RD WILMINGTON NC 28411

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Phone

(910) 251-2975

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 64%
Reading 69%
State average proficiency is 64% in Math and 69% in Reading.
41
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
605
Total Students
$50661
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 67 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Porters Neck Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
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 78.2%
Asian 1.7%
Hispanic 9.6%
Black 4.7%
Two+ Races 5%
Native Am. 0.5%
White
78.2%
Asian
1.7%
Hispanic
9.6%
Black
4.7%
Two+ Races
5%
Native Am.
0.5%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 605
47%
284 Female
53%
321 Male

Student Population

605 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

For afterschool activities, the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina provides a program for K-12 students. It focuses on academic enhancement, physical activity, and social growth, with structured homework time, sports, and swimming.

FAQ

1. What is the size of the Porters Neck Elementary enrollment?

The school serves approximately 595 students, kindergarten to fifth grade.

2. Who is the Principal at Porters Neck Elementary?

Benjamin Horne is the principal of the school and is focused on exceeding standards for academic excellence and being part of the community.

3. What time does Porters Neck Elementary open and close?

The entrance time is at 7:40 AM and the exit time is at 2:35 PM.

4. How can parents get involved at Porters Neck Elementary?

Parents can get involved in a number of different ways, for they can volunteering, being part of the PTA, and coming to the activities at school.

5. What extracurricular activities does Porters Neck Elementary offer?

The extracurricular activities that Porters Neck Elementary offers include ART, Music, and Physical Education programs.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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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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