Serving 583 students in grades 9-12, Manteo High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 31% 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: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manteo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manteo High School's student population of 583 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manteo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manteo High School is 0.47, 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
#619 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manteo High School's ranking?
Manteo High School is ranked #619 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Manteo High School often compared to?
Manteo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Flight High School, Cape Hatteras Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manteo High School?
The graduation rate of Manteo High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Manteo High School?
583 students attend Manteo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Manteo High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manteo High School?
Manteo High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manteo High School offer ?
Manteo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manteo High School part of?
Manteo High School is part of Dare County Schools School District.
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