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Wilmington Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · Wilmington Preparatory Academy
134 Cinema Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,537 of 2,648
In Wilmington
#31 of 43
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Wilmington Preparatory Academy
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About Wilmington Preparatory Academy
Wilmington Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Wilmington, NC, part of Wilmington Preparatory Academy. Wilmington Preparatory Academy serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilmington Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,537 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Wilmington Preparatory Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Wilmington Preparatory Academy 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.
Test scores at Wilmington Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Wilmington Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wilmington Preparatory Academy — Students at Wilmington Preparatory Academy score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 6.1/10.
How Wilmington Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Wilmington Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
134 Cinema Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilmington Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilmington School of the Arts (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winter Park Model Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham, NC | 5.9 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 6.0 |
| OPENDOOR SCHOOL Winterville, NC | 6.0 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 6.1 |
| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville, NC | 6.1 |
| CROSSWAY ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilmington Preparatory Academy
What grades does Wilmington Preparatory Academy serve?
Wilmington Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wilmington Preparatory Academy?
Wilmington Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilmington Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilmington Preparatory Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilmington Preparatory Academy rank in NC?
Wilmington Preparatory Academy ranks #1,537 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Wilmington Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilmington Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wilmington Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmington Preparatory Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilmington Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Wilmington Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wilmington Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Wilmington Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.3%
- Phone
- (910) 799-6776
Resources & Links
District
Wilmington Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 92
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,289
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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