Excellent
#410 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 15% in state
Based on limited data
White Oak Elementary
Elementary School · Edenton-Chowan Schools
111 Sandy Ridge Road, Edenton, NC 27932
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#410 of 2,648
In Edenton
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Edenton-Chowan Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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White Oak Elementary
Elementary School in Edenton · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
D F Walker Elementary
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4.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About White Oak Elementary
White Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in Edenton, NC, part of Edenton-Chowan Schools. White Oak Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. White Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
White Oak Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How White Oak Elementary Compares
See how White Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
111 Sandy Ridge Road, Edenton, NC 27932
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hertford Grammar (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Hertford), with a very similar rating. Another option is Perquimans Central (rated 7.8/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Winfall), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Windsor Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Windsor), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Edenton, see our Edenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| D F Walker Elementary Edenton | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Chowan Middle Tyner | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CHOWAN MULTI-PURPOSE JUVENILE SCHOOL Edenton | 6.5 mi | — |
| John A Holmes High Edenton | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Colerain Elementary Colerain | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Hertford Grammar Hertford | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Perquimans County High Hertford | 10.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Perquimans County Middle Winfall | 10.9 mi | 7.8 |
| LAWRENCE ACADEMY Merry Hill | 12.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Perquimans Central Winfall | 11.3 mi | 7.8 |
| T S Cooper Elementary Sunbury | 18.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Gatesville Elementary Gatesville | 18.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Middle School Gatesville | 19.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Gates County Senior High Gatesville | 19.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BETHEL ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Windsor | 16.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington County Middle Roper | 20.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Pines Elementary Roper | 20.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington County High Plymouth | 20.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Windsor | 19.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Buckland Elementary Gates | 21.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27932 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,962
Median Home Value
$206,700
Median Rent
$790/mo
Population
12,784
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ayden Elementary Ayden, NC | 8.0 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, NC | 8.0 |
| Charles H. Parker Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Dixon Road Elementary Willow Spring, NC | 8.0 |
| Drexel Elementary Morganton, NC | 8.0 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Wilson, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Oak Elementary
What grades does White Oak Elementary serve?
White Oak Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend White Oak Elementary?
White Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Oak Elementary rank in NC?
White Oak Elementary ranks #410 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is White Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
White Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is White Oak Elementary a charter school?
No, White Oak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Oak Elementary a Title I school?
No, White Oak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Oak Elementary?
99.4% of students at White Oak Elementary 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Chowan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (252) 221-4078
Resources & Links
District
Edenton-Chowan Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,833
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,037
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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