Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jarvisburg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jarvisburg Elementary serves the southeastern part of Jarvisburg, NC, covering an area of approximately 107.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jarvisburg Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jarvisburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jarvisburg Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1246 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
63%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jarvisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Jarvisburg Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jarvisburg Elementary School?
218 students attend Jarvisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jarvisburg Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jarvisburg Elementary School?
Jarvisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jarvisburg Elementary School offer ?
Jarvisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jarvisburg Elementary School part of?
Jarvisburg Elementary School is part of Currituck County Schools.
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