Serious incidents run in line with the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 4 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 27 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 1 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 1 | Minor |
Pender High ranks #15 of 17 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Fear Elementary | PK–05 | 62 | A |
| C.F. Pope Elementary | PK–05 | 61 | A |
| Rocky Point Elementary | PK–05 | 60 | A |
| North Topsail Elementary | PK–05 | 60 | A |
| South Topsail Elementary | PK–05 | 58 | A |
| Pender Early College High | 09–13 | 57 | A |
| Topsail Middle | 05–08 | 51 | A |
| Pender Innovative Learning Academy | KG–12 | 42 | A |