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Hill School of Wilmington

Middle School

3333 JAECKLE DR # 140, Wilmington, NC 28403

Private

Enrollment

51

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#310 of 404

In Wilmington

#8 of 15

public schools

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Hill School of Wilmington

5.4/10

Middle School in Wilmington · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Southeastern Autism Academy

6.4/10

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3.6/10

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About Hill School of Wilmington

Hill School of Wilmington is a private middle school in Wilmington, NC. Hill School of Wilmington serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hill School of Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.3 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Hill 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Hill School of Wilmington sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hill 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

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How Hill School of Wilmington compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
51
This School
vs
433
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.2% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Hill School of Wilmington Wilmington Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Hill School of Wilmington (this school) 5.4
Wilmington Preparatory Academy 5.9
Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC 6.9
Forest Hills Global Elementary 3.4
Wilmington School of the Arts 8.6
R Freeman Sch of Engineering 2.5
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des 6.5
Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington 7.0
Winter Park Model Elementary 8.4
Edwin A Alderman Elementary 4.7
Roland-Grise Middle 7.0
Lake Forest Academy 5.4
Williston Middle 3.6
The International School at Gregory 8.3
College Park Elementary 3.4
Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington 7.0
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy 5.2
Sunset Park Elementary 5.4
Holly Tree Elementary 8.0
Cape Fear Center for Inquiry 6.7
Pine Valley Elementary 7.7

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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 534
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 51
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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)

White 92.2%
Asian 3.9%
Two or More 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3333 JAECKLE DR # 140, Wilmington, NC 28403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hill School of Wilmington may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Roland-Grise Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williston Middle (rated 3.6/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHEASTERN AUTISM ACADEMY Wilmington 0.3 mi 6.4
PATHWAYS MIDDLE AND HIGH Wilmington 0.3 mi 3.6
PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmington 0.5 mi 5.4
Wilmington Preparatory Academy Wilmington 0.6 mi 5.9
Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC Wilmington 0.8 mi 6.9
Forest Hills Global Elementary Wilmington 0.8 mi 3.4
Wilmington School of the Arts Wilmington 1.1 mi 8.6
R Freeman Sch of Engineering Wilmington 1.2 mi 2.5
Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.0
PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.4
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.5
Isaac M Bear Early College High School Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.3
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.1
Winter Park Model Elementary Wilmington 1.7 mi 8.4
Edwin A Alderman Elementary Wilmington 1.9 mi 4.7
Roland-Grise Middle Wilmington 1.9 mi 7.0
New Hanover High Wilmington 1.9 mi 4.2
John T Hoggard High Wilmington 2.3 mi 7.4
Lake Forest Academy Wilmington 2.0 mi 5.4
Williston Middle Wilmington 2.0 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,988

Median Home Value

$337,600

Median Rent

$1,293/mo

Population

40,292

College Educated

47.6%

Homeownership

35.6%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

29.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hill School of Wilmington

What grades does Hill School of Wilmington serve?

Hill School of Wilmington serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Hill School of Wilmington?

Hill School of Wilmington has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hill School of Wilmington?

The student-teacher ratio at Hill School of Wilmington is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hill School of Wilmington rank in NC?

Hill School of Wilmington ranks #310 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Hill School of Wilmington's MySchoolScout rating?

Hill School of Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hill School of Wilmington a private school?

Yes, Hill School of Wilmington is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hill School of Wilmington a religious school?

No, Hill School of Wilmington is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
51
Gender Split
69% M / 31% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
3 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
New Hanover County

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