Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Smyrna, NC, encompassing approximately 845.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 36.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School's student population of 262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Rankings
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#712 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
94%
42%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lookouts-Stand Tall and Shine!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School's ranking?
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School is ranked #712 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School often compared to?
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaufort Middle School, Harkers Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School?
262 students attend Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School?
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School offer ?
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School part of?
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School is part of Carteret County School District.
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