Serving 910 students in grades 9-12, Croatan High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Croatan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Croatan High School's student population of 910 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Croatan High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Croatan High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Croatan High School's ranking?
Croatan High School is ranked #99 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Croatan High School often compared to?
Croatan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Carteret High School, East Carteret High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Croatan High School?
The graduation rate of Croatan High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Croatan High School?
910 students attend Croatan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Croatan High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Croatan High School?
Croatan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Croatan High School offer ?
Croatan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Croatan High School part of?
Croatan High School is part of Carteret County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 9/10/2020
Would give zero stars if possible
1 6/1/2020
This school isn't that great when it comes to students' personal needs, there are no phones allowed whatsoever and if a teacher even sees your phone's outline in your pocket, you're sent to ALC or ISS, If you're late to class, you can't even go to that class, this school is full of BS, worst school I've ever been to, glad I'm moving away.
1 3/27/2020
So far it hasn't been a great experience for my child. If you are considering this school, I recommend you speak to someone of your same race and/or financial class before deciding. Depending upon your race and financial status, you will have vastly different experiences at this school. I know because I did that, wasn't sure I believed some of it, turns out, it definitely seems as if there is some racial disparity going on. As far this being the best academic school in the county, we'll that depends on what you consider being of importance in your child's academic endeavors. Personally I would rather you actually teach my kid and ride their but about school work than worry about test scores and send kids out of class for trivial things. Seems like sending kids out of class and giving them ISS and OSS used to be reserved for the kids who bullied, got into fights, cussed the teachers out, smoked in the bathroom, skipped class, etc.... not for the kids who forgot their Chromebook when you weren't using it that day, anyway. But maybe I'm just old school and test scores matter more. You decide.
2 12/27/2014
I am not sure howI feel about this school yet but am in interested in speaking to other parents. To the above poster.. Does your child still attend Croatan?
2 3/29/2014
If you aren't from around here you are called "off" and ostracized by the student body and teachers. They bully you into conforming - STEPFORD WIVES!
The dress code is CONFUSING! If you are liked you can wear whatever you want. If you are "off" or not liked by the administration/faculty, you are harassed.
Academics are tough but my child who was a B student before is now all As and not because the school made her better but because she finds the classes much easier!
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