The Evelyn Smith Wray Village School is an independent day school for children in kindergarten through the eighth grade.
The school is located on highway 130 West in Shallotte, North Carolina.
Our philosophy is based on the belief that children learn best through active, hands-on, meaningful experiences and individual attention in a positive learning environment.
Our goal is to provide our children with a strong foundation of basic skills, and beyond, for future academic success.
We understand and respect that all children are unique individuals with varying interests, strengths, preferences and opinions.
The Evelyn Smith Wray Village School admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies or any school-administered programs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-9
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: The essence of independence is to be able to do something for one’s self
- The Evelyn Smith Wray Village School is an independent day school for children in kindergarten through the eighth grade.
- The school is located on highway 130 West in Shallotte, North Carolina.
- Our philosophy is based on the belief that children learn best through active, hands-on, meaningful experiences and individual attention in a positive learning environment.
- Our goal is to provide our children with a strong foundation of basic skills, and beyond, for future academic success.
- We understand and respect that all children are unique individuals with varying interests, strengths, preferences and opinions.
- The Evelyn Smith Wray Village School admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
- It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies or any school-administered programs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Evelyn Smith Wray Village School often compared to?
Evelyn Smith Wray Village School is often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Coastal Carolina by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Evelyn Smith Wray Village School?
The application deadline for Evelyn Smith Wray Village School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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