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1 schools in Wrightsville Beach

North Carolina · Public K-12

Wrightsville Beach's public-school directory totals 1 school, with student enrollment near 280 (1 elementary).

4-year change in Wrightsville Beach

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
280
+8 (+3%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
2,665
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
280
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
1
public K-12

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Wrightsville Beach ElemElementaryKG-05280

About Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach is a rural-scale North Carolina city in terms of public-school footprint, with 1 schools and 280 students total.

Per-school enrollment runs near 280, below the state mean of about 571.

Trend over the past 4 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 280 students, climbed 3% from the 272 reported in SY 2020-21.

On this page, the community for Wrightsville Beach discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Wrightsville Beach?
Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina has 1 public K-12 school serving approximately 280 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Wrightsville Beach?
Wrightsville Beach has 1 elementary school.
What is the largest public school in Wrightsville Beach?
Wrightsville Beach Elem is the largest public school in Wrightsville Beach by enrollment, with approximately 280 students.
What school districts serve Wrightsville Beach?
Wrightsville Beach public schools are operated by New Hanover County Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Wrightsville Beach cover?
Public schools in Wrightsville Beach serve students from kindergarten through grade 5.