Serving 723 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Surf City 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surf City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Surf City Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Surf City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surf City Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surf City Elementary School's ranking?
Surf City Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Surf City Elementary School often compared to?
Surf City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Topsail Elementary School, Dixon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Surf City Elementary School?
723 students attend Surf City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Surf City Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Surf City Elementary School?
Surf City Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Surf City Elementary School offer ?
Surf City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Surf City Elementary School part of?
Surf City Elementary School is part of Pender County Schools School District.
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