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#1891 of 2,648 schools in NC
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy
813 Nixon Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,891 of 2,648
In Wilmington
#36 of 43
public schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy
Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Wilmington, NC, part of D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy.
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 32.8:1 student-teacher ratio. D.c.
Virgo Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,891 of 2,648 schools in NC. Structured state assessment records for D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy 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.
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy runs 32.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy — Students at D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 18 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: 9.0/10.
How D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy Compares
See how D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
813 Nixon Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilmington School of the Arts (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The International School at Gregory (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,159
Median Home Value
$263,000
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
21,820
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
40.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy
What grades does D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy serve?
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy is 32.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy rank in NC?
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy ranks #1,891 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
95.4% of students at D.c. Virgo Preparatory Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (910) 251-6150
Resources & Links
District
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 197
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,312
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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