Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holly Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Tree 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
Holly Tree Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Tree Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#355 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
76%
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
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Tree Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Holly Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masonboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Holly Tree Elementary School?
423 students attend Holly Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Holly Tree Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Tree Elementary School?
Holly Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holly Tree Elementary School offer ?
Holly Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Holly Tree Elementary School part of?
Holly Tree Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Holly Tree Elementary School located?
Holly Tree Elementary School is located in the Autumn Creek At Henleigh Hills neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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