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#138 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 34% of private schools
Friends School of Wilmington
Elementary School
5814 CAMELLIA LN, Wilmington, NC 28409
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#138 of 404
In Wilmington
#2 of 15
public schools
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Friends School of Wilmington
Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Friends School of Wilmington
Friends School of Wilmington is a private elementary school in Wilmington, NC. Friends School of Wilmington serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Friends School of Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Friends School of Wilmington 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Friends School of Wilmington sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Friends School of Wilmington is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Friends School of Wilmington compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friends School of Wilmington (this school) | 6.9 |
| Bradley Creek Elementary | 8.1 |
| Masonboro Elementary | 8.8 |
| Winter Park Model Elementary | 8.4 |
| Holly Tree Elementary | 8.0 |
| Roland-Grise Middle | 7.0 |
| College Park Elementary | 3.4 |
| Wilmington School of the Arts | 8.6 |
| Pine Valley Elementary | 7.7 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary | 4.7 |
| M C S Noble Middle | 7.1 |
| Wilmington Preparatory Academy | 5.9 |
| John J Blair Elementary | 5.4 |
| Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC | 6.9 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary | 3.4 |
| Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elem | 8.6 |
| Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington | 7.0 |
| Dr John Codington Elem | 7.8 |
| Lake Forest Academy | 5.4 |
| R Freeman Sch of Engineering | 2.5 |
| Ogden Elementary | 9.0 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Wilmington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5814 CAMELLIA LN, Wilmington, NC 28409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends School of Wilmington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wrightsville Beach Elem (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wrightsville Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Masonboro Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilmington School of the Arts (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bradley Creek Elementary Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Masonboro Elementary Wilmington | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Winter Park Model Elementary Wilmington | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| College Park Elementary Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Holly Tree Elementary Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Isaac M Bear Early College High School Wilmington | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Roland-Grise Middle Wilmington | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| John T Hoggard High Wilmington | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Wrightsville Beach Elem Wrightsville Beach | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| M C S Noble Middle Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| John J Blair Elementary Wilmington | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Wilmington School of the Arts Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| CAPE FEAR ACADEMY Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PINE VALLEY UMC WEE CARE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wilmington | 3.3 mi | — |
| Wilmington Preparatory Academy Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Pine Valley Elementary Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HILL SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,241
Median Home Value
$382,900
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
35,013
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aggie Academy Greensboro, NC | 6.9 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 6.9 |
| Knotts Island Elementary Knotts Island, NC | 6.9 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville, NC | 6.9 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington Wilmington, NC | 7.0 |
| North End Elementary Roxboro, NC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends School of Wilmington
What grades does Friends School of Wilmington serve?
Friends School of Wilmington serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Friends School of Wilmington?
Friends School of Wilmington has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends School of Wilmington?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends School of Wilmington is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Friends School of Wilmington rank in NC?
Friends School of Wilmington ranks #138 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Friends School of Wilmington's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends School of Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Friends School of Wilmington a private school?
Yes, Friends School of Wilmington is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Friends School of Wilmington a religious school?
Friends School of Wilmington has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Phone
- (910) 792-1811
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