News Summary

Wilmington-area high schools have gained notable recognition in the recent U.S. News & World Report rankings, evaluating over 24,000 schools nationwide. North Carolina ranks 28th overall with 51 schools in the top 10% across the U.S. The Early College at Guilford tops the state list at 31st nationally. These rankings reflect critical metrics such as college readiness and student performance, providing insight into school quality and academic opportunities, guiding families and policymakers for future education strategies in the Wilmington region.

Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington-area high schools have received significant recognition in the latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report, which evaluated over 24,000 high schools across the United States. The rankings are based on several key metrics including college readiness, state assessment proficiency, graduation rates, and performance of underserved students. In total, 587 high schools were ranked in North Carolina, placing the state at No. 28 nationally.

Top Performers in North Carolina

Among North Carolina high schools, a total of 51 institutions made it into the top 10% nationwide. The highest-ranked school in the state is The Early College at Guilford in Greensboro, which stands at No. 31 in the national rankings. In the broader context, Basis Tucson North in Tucson, Arizona, has secured the title of the top school in the entire United States.

Ranking Overview of Wilmington-Area High Schools

The following summarizes the rankings of public high schools located within Brunswick, New Hanover, and Pender counties:

• School A:
  • State ranking: No. 85
  • National ranking: No. 3,144
  • Overall score: 82.44
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 1,888
  • Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
• School B:
  • State ranking: No. 89
  • National ranking: No. 3,320
  • Overall score: 81.45
  • Graduation rate: 88%
  • Enrollment: 2,178
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
• School C:
  • State ranking: No. 115
  • National ranking: No. 4,180
  • Overall score: 76.65
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 188
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
• School D:
  • State ranking: No. 117
  • National ranking: No. 4,194
  • Overall score: 76.57
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 251
  • Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
• School E:
  • State ranking: No. 122
  • National ranking: No. 4,194
  • Overall score: 75.6
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 241
  • Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
• School F:
  • State ranking: No. 136
  • National ranking: No. 4,752
  • Overall score: 73.45
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 322
  • Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
• School G:
  • State ranking: No. 182
  • National ranking: No. 6,056
  • Overall score: 66.17
  • Graduation rate: 88%
  • Enrollment: 1,899
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
• School H:
  • State ranking: No. 234
  • National ranking: No. 7,311
  • Overall score: 59.16
  • Graduation rate: 82%
  • Enrollment: 1,512
  • Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
• School I:
  • State ranking: No. 235
  • National ranking: No. 7,337
  • Overall score: 59.01
  • Graduation rate: 84%
  • Enrollment: 1,182
  • Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
• School J:
  • State ranking: No. 280
  • National ranking: No. 8,245
  • Overall score: 53.94
  • Graduation rate: 92%
  • Enrollment: 2,248
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
• School K:
  • State ranking: No. 298
  • National ranking: No. 8,549
  • Overall score: 52.24
  • Graduation rate: Greater than 95%
  • Enrollment: 228
  • Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
• School L:
  • State ranking: No. 319
  • National ranking: No. 9,081
  • Overall score: 49.27
  • Graduation rate: 81%
  • Enrollment: 1,560
  • Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
• School M:
  • State ranking: No. 324
  • National ranking: No. 9,152
  • Overall score: 48.87
  • Graduation rate: 80%
  • Enrollment: 1,515
  • Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
• School N:
  • State ranking: No. 404
  • National ranking: No. 11,746
  • Overall score: 34.38
  • Graduation rate: 91%
  • Enrollment: 734
  • Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
• School O:
  • State ranking: Tied with the lowest ranking schools
  • National ranking: Tied with the lowest ranking schools
  • Overall score: Less than 25
  • Graduation rate: 92%
  • Enrollment: 672
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1

Implications of the Rankings

The rankings published by U.S. News & World Report are a critical guide for parents, students, and educational policymakers as they highlight the comparative performance of high schools in the Wilmington area. These rankings emphasize the importance of academic outcomes and are intended to provide a clearer picture of school quality and opportunity in North Carolina.

Conclusion

As Wilmington-area high schools continue to strive for excellence, these rankings deliver essential insights that can drive educational strategies and improve student performance across the region. As North Carolina maintains its position within the national education landscape, ongoing efforts will be needed to enhance academic standards and opportunities for all students.

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Additional Resources

• Star News Online
• Wikipedia: Wilmington, North Carolina
• NC News Online
• Google Search: North Carolina high schools ranking
• Delaware Online
• Google Scholar: High school rankings
• Boston Magazine
• Encyclopedia Britannica: High school education

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