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J. C. Roe Center
High School · New Hanover County Schools
2875 Worth Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About J. C. Roe Center
J. C. Roe Center is a public high school in Wilmington, NC, part of the New Hanover County Schools.
The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1:1. Students demonstrate 7% proficiency in math, 42 points below the state average and 9% in reading/language arts, 45 points below the state average. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,396, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, J. C. Roe Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1:1, J. C. Roe Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Address
- 2875 Worth Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
- Website
- nhcs.net/roe
- Phone
- (910) 395-4472
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 7 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 14.3% (2025).
Location
2875 Worth Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J. C. Roe Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John T Hoggard High (rated 5.6/10, 3.0 miles away). Another option is New Hanover High (rated 5.3/10, 3.7 miles away). Additionally, WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Fear Center for Inquiry Wilmington | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY Wilmington | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunset Park Elementary Wilmington | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dr John Codington Elem Wilmington | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lake Forest Academy Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PINE VALLEY UMC WEE CARE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wilmington | 2.4 mi | — |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Pine Valley Elementary Wilmington | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Williston Middle Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| The International School at Gregory Wilmington | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI Wilmington | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| John T Hoggard High Wilmington | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CAPE FEAR ACADEMY Wilmington | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Wilmington School of the Arts Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| New Hanover High Wilmington | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary C Williams Elementary Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Belville Elementary Leland | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,396
Median Home Value
$342,600
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
42,452
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41
Community Profile
The community surrounding J. C. Roe Center has a median household income of $67,396. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,600, with a median rent of $1,326/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridges School Morehead City, NC | — |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham, NC | — |
| MACON MULTI-PURPOSE JUVENILE HOME Franklin, NC | — |
| Madison Velocity Learning Center Marshall, NC | — |
| NC BOYS ACADEMY Conover, NC | — |
| Northampton Virtual Academy Jackson, NC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J. C. Roe Center
What grades does J. C. Roe Center serve?
J. C. Roe Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend J. C. Roe Center?
J. C. Roe Center has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J. C. Roe Center?
The student-teacher ratio at J. C. Roe Center is 1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at J. C. Roe Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, J. C. Roe Center has 7.2% math proficiency and 9.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is J. C. Roe Center a charter school?
No, J. C. Roe Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J. C. Roe Center a Title I school?
No, J. C. Roe Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. C. Roe Center?
75.0% of students at J. C. Roe Center 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,004/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilmington). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Phone
- (910) 395-4472
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
New Hanover County Schools- District Enrollment
- 25,028
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,808
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