What grades does New Hanover High serve?

As a High school, New Hanover High serves students in Wilmington, NC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is New Hanover High located?

You can find New Hanover High in Wilmington, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hanover High?

At New Hanover High, there are approximately 15.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Wilmington, NC?

New Hanover High is among the schools serving Wilmington, NC. The school is part of the local school system.

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High|Wilmington, North Carolina|New Hanover County Schools

Wilmington, NC 28401

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,515

Student:Teacher

15.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

New Hanover County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.8%

Phone

(910)251-6100

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

53%

66th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

60%

81th percentile in NC

Graduation Rate

79%

Chronic Absenteeism

24.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

17 courses offered

336 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

208 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

94 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

287 test takers

Athletics

22 sports, 29 teams

571 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,659

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

85% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

1.6

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,808

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,337

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,428

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 51%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$434,356

-1.1% 1yr+42.7% 5yr

Wilmington, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.8%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

10.6%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,514

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,293

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,123 (34%)

Other Health Impairment

608 (18%)

Autism

537 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

472 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

152 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

94 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,437

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about New Hanover High

As of the most recent data, 1,515 students are enrolled at New Hanover High. It is a High school within the local district.

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