Very Good
#633 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 24% in state
Based on limited data
Whiteville Primary
Elementary School · Whiteville City Schools
805 Barbcrest Avenue, Whiteville, NC 28472
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#633 of 2,648
In Whiteville
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Whiteville City Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Whiteville Primary
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About Whiteville Primary
Whiteville Primary is a public elementary school in Whiteville, NC, part of Whiteville City Schools. Whiteville Primary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whiteville Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NC avg 6.4
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 Whiteville Primary Compares
See how Whiteville Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 Barbcrest Avenue, Whiteville, NC 28472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whiteville Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Dock Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 13.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chadbourn Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Chadbourn), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Hallsboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whiteville, see our Whiteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whiteville High Whiteville | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Middle Whiteville | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| North Whiteville Academy Whiteville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Edgewood Elementary Whiteville | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| CAROLINA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Whiteville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Columbus Career and College Academy Whiteville | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville | 5.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Chadbourn Elementary Chadbourn | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary Hallsboro | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Williams Township Whiteville | 9.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Clarkton School of Discovery Clarkton | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Academy Lake Waccamaw | 10.8 mi | 4.2 |
| South Columbus High Tabor City | 12.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Bladenboro Primary Bladenboro | 13.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Bladenboro Middle Bladenboro | 14.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Old Dock Elementary Whiteville | 13.8 mi | 8.0 |
| East Columbus Junior-Senior High Lake Waccamaw | 12.1 mi | 3.6 |
| West Columbus High Cerro Gordo | 12.1 mi | 4.1 |
| West Columbus School Cerro Gordo | 12.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Nakina Middle Nakina | 16.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,963
Median Home Value
$141,000
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
17,833
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belvoir Elementary Greenville, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Midland, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Canton, NC | 7.7 |
| Bruce Drysdale Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 7.7 |
| Carpenter Elementary Cary, NC | 7.7 |
| Cherryville Elementary Cherryville, NC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whiteville Primary
What grades does Whiteville Primary serve?
Whiteville Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Whiteville Primary?
Whiteville Primary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whiteville Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whiteville Primary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whiteville Primary rank in NC?
Whiteville Primary ranks #633 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Whiteville Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whiteville Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whiteville Primary a charter school?
No, Whiteville Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whiteville Primary a Title I school?
No, Whiteville Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whiteville Primary?
99.4% of students at Whiteville Primary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Columbus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (910) 642-4119
Resources & Links
District
Whiteville City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,051
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,346
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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