For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 451 students in Waves, NC.
The top ranked public school in Waves, NC is Bear Grass Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waves, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Waves have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waves, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bear Grass Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6344 E Bear Grass Rd
Waves, NC 27982
(252) 789-1010
Waves, NC 27982
(252) 789-1010
Grades: 6-12
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waves, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Waves, NC include Bear Grass Charter School.
How many public schools are located in Waves?
1 public schools are located in Waves.
What is the racial composition of students in Waves?
Waves public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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