Serving 95 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harkers Island Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harkers Island Elementary serves the southeastern part of Harkers Island, NC, covering an area of approximately 37.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harkers Island Elementary School's student population of 95 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
'Lighting the Way!'
School Rankings
Harkers Island 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 Harkers Island 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
#778 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
94%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Islanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harkers Island Elementary School's ranking?
Harkers Island Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harkers Island Elementary School often compared to?
Harkers Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Harkers Island Elementary School?
95 students attend Harkers Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harkers Island Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harkers Island Elementary School?
Harkers Island Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harkers Island Elementary School offer ?
Harkers Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harkers Island Elementary School part of?
Harkers Island Elementary School is part of Carteret County School District.
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