Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School?
440 students attend Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School offer ?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School part of?
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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