School Overview
A.H. Snipes Academy of Arts and Design is a public magnet elementary school located in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving students within the New Hanover County School District. As a specialized institution, the academy centers its curriculum around an arts-integrated approach, blending traditional academic subjects with immersive experiences in visual and performing arts. This unique focus is designed to foster student creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, providing children with a well-rounded education that emphasizes both artistic expression and core academic proficiency.

Beyond its focus on the arts, Snipes Academy serves as a vital community hub dedicated to developing the "whole child." The school maintains a supportive environment that prioritizes student engagement and personalized learning, often leveraging its arts-based programs to increase motivation and academic achievement. By integrating disciplines such as dance, music, visual arts, and design into daily instruction, the academy aims to prepare its students for future success, ensuring they are not only academically prepared but also equipped with the innovative, artistic mindset needed to navigate a dynamic world.
377
Total Students
36.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des
Demographic Student Count
White51
Hispanic59
Black229
Asian4
Two or More31
American Indian3
  • Black
    229 (60.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    59 (15.6 %)
  • White
    51 (13.5 %)
  • Two or More
    31 (8.2 %)
  • Asian
    4 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.8 %)
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)251-6175
Website: http://www.nhcs.k12.nc.us/snipes/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 377
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 339
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 55
Grade 1 58
Grade 2 68
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 66
Grade 5 69

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten55
Grade 158
Grade 268
Grade 361
Grade 466
Grade 569
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18348.5%
Male19451.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)