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White Oak Elementary

📍 Cape Carteret, North Carolina Public

🎓 grades Pre-K–5 👥 784 students 🔑 370063000260

784

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

17.6:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

Pre-K–5

🎓 Grade Levels

7 active grades

44.5

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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White Oak Elementary, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–5 in Cape Carteret, North Carolina, with 784 students and a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Cape Carteret, North Carolina, White Oak Elementary is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–5. The school operates within the Carteret County Public Schools in Carteret County. With a current reported enrollment of 784 students, it provides a mid-size student body designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, White Oak Elementary maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 44.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Cape Carteret, the student body at White Oak Elementary represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (86.4%), Hispanic (5.6%), Two or more races (5%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, White Oak Elementary participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 231 students (29.5%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

784 Students reported

White 86.4%

677 enrolled students

Hispanic 5.6%

44 enrolled students

Two or more races 5%

39 enrolled students

Asian 1.5%

12 enrolled students

Black / African American 1.3%

10 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

2 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 784

👦 Male 55.5% (435) 👧 Female 44.5% (349)

🥗 Economic Diversity 29.5%

231 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

7 Grade Levels

Pre-K

123

143

2 ★ top

131

118

140

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School facts

Address 555 WB McLean Dr, Cape Carteret, NC 28584

Phone (252) 393-3990

School district Carteret County Public Schools

County Carteret County

Grades Pre-K–5

Students 784 students

Student–teacher ratio 17.6:1

Full-time teachers 44.5

Community type Town: Distant

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 34.69390, -77.05940

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NCES school ID 370063000260

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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555 WB McLean Dr

Cape Carteret, NC 28584 Carteret County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at White Oak Elementary? +

White Oak Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K–5. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with North Carolina state educational standards.

How many students attend White Oak Elementary? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, White Oak Elementary has a total reported enrollment of 784 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary? +

The student-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary is 17.6:1, supported by approximately 44.5 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is White Oak Elementary a public or private school? +

White Oak Elementary is a traditional public school located in Cape Carteret, North Carolina under the administration of the Carteret County Public Schools.

Does White Oak Elementary participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs? +

Yes, approximately 231 students (29.5%) at White Oak Elementary are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.

Where is White Oak Elementary located? +

White Oak Elementary is located at 555 WB McLean Dr, Cape Carteret, NC 28584. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (252) 393-3990 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.