School Overview
The R. Freeman School of Engineering, located in Wilmington, North Carolina, operates under the New Hanover County Schools district and serves as a specialized educational environment focused on integrating engineering concepts into its curriculum. The school is committed to fostering academic excellence by providing students with hands-on learning experiences and a foundational understanding of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) principles. By emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative projects, the school aims to prepare its students to navigate and contribute to an increasingly technological world.

Beyond its academic focus, the school plays an active role in the local community, promoting a supportive culture that encourages student engagement and professional development. Through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction and practical application, the R. Freeman School of Engineering strives to equip young learners with the essential skills required for future academic success and lifelong learning. Further information regarding school policies, programs, and current initiatives can be found on their official district website.
332
Total Students
32.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for R Freeman Sch of Engineering
Demographic Student Count
White22
Hispanic40
Black245
Asian1
Two or More24
  • Black
    245 (73.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    40 (12.0 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (7.2 %)
  • White
    22 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Hanover County Schools
Phone: (910)251-6011
Website: http://www.nhcs.k12.nc.us/freeman/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 332
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 238
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 62
Grade 1 53
Grade 2 48
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 53
Grade 5 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for R Freeman Sch of Engineering
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten35
Kindergarten62
Grade 153
Grade 248
Grade 339
Grade 453
Grade 542
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for R Freeman Sch of Engineering
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17552.7%
Male15747.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)