John J Blair Elementary
Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone: (910) 350-2045
Fax: (910) 350-2049
District: New Hanover County School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 412 students
John J Blair Elementary, a public school located in Wilmington, NC, serves grades PK-5 in the New Hanover County School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
John J Blair Elementary is a public school located in Wilmington, NC. 412 students attend John J Blair Elementary.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 4/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Course Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Grade Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. |
| Student Growth | 5/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. |
Worrisome patterns of chronic student absenteeism have been identified.
Posted: May 14, 2018
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We have been at Blair for grades 2nd -4th, our daughter has never had an over load of home work. Mostly just reading, working on math facts or spelling.
Posted: May 14, 2018
We moved here from out of state and our daughter was behind in several areas. The teachers worked with her every day until she was caught up. The teacher care so much about their students. We have been very pleased.
Posted: May 14, 2018
The kids are incouraged in academics as well as music, art and physical education.
Posted: May 14, 2018
Our experience has been excellent at Blair and I recommend to all of our friends.
Posted: April 22, 2015
We arrived in the middle of the school year and my son got a wonderful 3rd grade teacher. I am so impressed with the hands on learning Blair provides my child. He has learned so much and is excited about school instead of dreading it.
Posted: March 26, 2015
We love Blair! The teachers love their students and are dedicated to providing the best education for them. I love the diversity that Blair offers. We wouldn't want to be anywhere else!
Posted: March 23, 2015
Such an amazing group of teachers and staff is at Blair and they show us everyday that my child is important. They have the best interest of our children as their top priority.
Posted: March 17, 2015
LOVE Blair! The teachers & staff are awesome and truly care about the students. We are so happy to be a Blair family!
Posted: March 17, 2015
Blair is the friendliest and most fun elementary school ever! My kids love it. It's an awesome small town style school where everyone knows everyone's name and watches out for everyone's children. The staff is top notch, from the front desk to the lunchroom crew.
Posted: March 17, 2015
We absolutely LOVE Blair! The office staff, teachers and all faculty are amazing and so friendly. My daughter has a very small class size, similar to preschool! So she is getting lots of attention and I am very happy with all she is learning at Blair. The PTA is amazing, everyone cares so much about our school and our teachers and there are lots of events to keep everyone connected and involved. We are so proud to be bulldogs!
Posted: March 17, 2015
We love Blair! The staff is so caring to the children and really care about their education.
Posted: March 17, 2015
Blair is a wonderful school! My children have had such a positive educational experience. Although the building needs some updating the teachers, staff, faculty, parents and children are amazing. Very down to earth and holistically positive!
Posted: March 17, 2015
We are very happy to have Blair as our assigned school. The teachers are knowledgeable, dedicated and frankly fun! They provide appropriate enrichment, based on the children's skill level. In the last 4 yrs. my child never complains about attending school. :) They excel at their grades and are motivated to learn and educate themselves. The office staff are welcoming to parents and approachable for any issues. Under Mrs. Stocks leadership the school is represented in all county level competitions. I love the diversity of Blair at every level; socio-economic,physical handicaps,ethnic diversity. Its a mini version of the world we actually live in. I gave it 4 stars because its facilities are outdated- no dedicated gymnasium & computer room. Even so, the sharing of resources is also so true to the real world lessons I want to expose my children to.
Posted: March 4, 2015
Blair has proven to be an outstanding school! The principal (Ms. Stock) and office staff are friendly and eager to help support your child in any situation. My child transferred there from a Montessori school. The teacher is so dedicated and provides all of the guidance and structure which was desperately needed. My reasons for not giving five stars are the lack of a gymnasium & playground equipment, and terrible building setup (motel style). Keep up the good work Blair!!!
Posted: August 10, 2013
My son has attended Blair since 1st grade. The parent involvement is wonderful, we have great teachers, fundraisers and communication. My son loves it and is challenged in new ways everyday.
Posted: June 16, 2013
I have been at Blair for quite awhile now. We do have wonderful teachers and staff as well as many parent volunteers! We love Blair but.. I have been on campus alot & there are some things that still don't sit well with me. The open campus, children walking around many times without adult supervision. I agree with the buddy system just as much as the next person but it isn't my very young children I don't trust.. It's the people that drive past, walk past, or recycle at the very public recycle center that is right there basically on the grounds. As well as sorrounding neighborhoods and business'. I think people get too comfortable and forget there are many strangers that sorround this school on a regular basis. i also don't like sending the older (still little) students to do recycle at the end of the day, again without adult supervision. This is elementary school not high school.. Adult supervision on some level at least, should be required at all times. In the morning children should see trusted adults on their journey to class, not b alone. On a positive, everyone is very friendly and helpful but that isn't what I would change. Safety is just as important as good education!
Posted: March 22, 2012
I love this school and everything about it! The only thing I don't like is that all the staff members walk inside after 7:55am. I really don't like my daughter walking to her room by herself. I am pretty sure Teachers and Staff keep a good watch, but the school is an open area. I have never had anything bad happen but its just a scary thought. I think they should keep a few staff members out front until 8:05 at least. I'm not one to run late all the time but it does happen from time to time.
Posted: July 5, 2011
Blair is the best school i've ever been to all the teachers are so nice and caring and the school offers great itenerents and wondeful AIG programs and lots of para-educators too. Having just finished my last year at Blair i'm sad but my younger siblings will be starting there next year so me and blair will be able to regroup and visit.
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Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cypress Pond at Porters Neck | Apartment Complex | Wilmington | NC | 3.9 mi | |
| 2 | The Landing at Mill Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Sneads Ferry | NC | 29.9 mi | |
| 3 | Mallard Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 35.6 mi | |
| 4 | West River | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 36.9 mi | |
| 5 | Countrywood Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 38.9 mi | |
| 6 | WilliamsburgPlantation | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 43.7 mi | |
| 7 | The Bluffs on The New River | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 45.1 mi | |
| 8 | Country Club Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 45.2 mi | |
| 9 | Carolina Forest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 45.3 mi | |
| 10 | Timber Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 45.5 mi | |
| 11 | Carolina Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Jacksonville | NC | 45.9 mi | |
| 12 | Trailwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hubert | NC | 48 mi | |
| 13 | Hall Creek - North | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Swansboro | NC | 49.5 mi | |
| 14 | Wildflowers | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Richlands | NC | 49.7 mi | |
| 15 | Killis Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Richlands | NC | 49.9 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Porters Neck | Wilmington | NC | 5.9 mi | |
| 2 | Sneads Ferry | Sneads Ferry | NC | 32.4 mi | |
| 3 | Richlands Area | Beulaville | NC | 41.9 mi | |
| 4 | Piney green | Jacksonville | NC | 44.9 mi | |
| 5 | Hubert | Hubert | NC | 46.2 mi | |
| 6 | Richlands | Richlands | NC | 47.4 mi | |
| 7 | Swansboro, NC | Swansboro | NC | 49.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Coast Guard Wilmington | 6.8 mi. |
| Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU) | 19.2 mi. |
| Stone Bay | 28.2 mi. |
| New River MCAS | 38.7 mi. |
| Camp Lejeune | 40.8 mi. |
