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Frederick Douglass Elementary

Temporary home while our new school is constructed:
1301 Corbett Ave N, Wilson, NC 27893

Phone: (252) 236-4574 |  Fax: (252) 399-7749 

Principal: Casey Wester Wooten

Assistant Principal: Leigh Anne Orr

Hours: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Grades: K-5  Number of Students: 339

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Latest News

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We are beyond grateful for Chick-fil-A of Wilson’s continued support of our students! For the 15th year, Owner & Operator Christy Proctor is turning her birthday into a celebration of giving by hosting her Bucks for Backpacks fundraiser, which supports our WCS Operation Backpack drive. Register today!

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NC School Report Cards

Each year, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction publishes performance data for each school on the North Carolina School Report Cards website. The North Carolina School Report Cards website is interactive and allows you to see details regarding school performance, school letter grades, growth measures and much more.

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Dr. Ben Williams

The Wilson County Board of Education has named Dr. Ben Williams as Superintendent of Wilson County Schools, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Williams is currently the Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services, a role he has held since July 1, 2020. The Board voted to appoint Dr. Williams during a Special Board of Education meeting on March 25, 2026.

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Learn. Create. Inspire.

The motto of Wilson County Schools is Learn. Create. Inspire. and that is exactly what our 10,165 students and 1,650 staff members at our 25 schools strive to do each day.