Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swansboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swansboro Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Swansboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swansboro Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
73%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansboro Elementary School's ranking?
Swansboro Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Swansboro Elementary School often compared to?
Swansboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queens Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Swansboro Elementary School?
633 students attend Swansboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Swansboro Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swansboro Elementary School?
Swansboro Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swansboro Elementary School offer ?
Swansboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swansboro Elementary School part of?
Swansboro Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
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