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#1257 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 47% in state
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des
Elementary School · New Hanover County Schools
2150 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,257 of 2,648
In Wilmington
#28 of 43
public schools
In district
#29 of 41
New Hanover County Schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des is a public elementary school in Wilmington, NC, part of New Hanover County Schools. A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,257 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des — Students at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des Compares
See how A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2150 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilmington School of the Arts (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The International School at Gregory (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,809
Median Home Value
$337,000
Median Rent
$1,405/mo
Population
35,159
College Educated
40.8%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des
What grades does A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des serve?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des?
The student-teacher ratio at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des rank in NC?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des ranks #1,257 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des's MySchoolScout rating?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des a charter school?
No, A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des a Title I school?
No, A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des?
99.2% of students at A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (910) 251-6175
Resources & Links
District
New Hanover County Schools- District Enrollment
- 25,028
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,808
- District Rank
- #29 of 41
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