Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mattamuskeet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattamuskeet Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 1,459 square miles around Swanquarter, NC, with typical drives of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 19 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 32.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattamuskeet School's student population of 299 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mattamuskeet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattamuskeet School is 0.64, 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
#1509 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
30%
24%
White
50%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattamuskeet School's ranking?
Mattamuskeet School is ranked #1509 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mattamuskeet School often compared to?
Mattamuskeet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocracoke School, Hyde Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Mattamuskeet School?
299 students attend Mattamuskeet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mattamuskeet School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattamuskeet School?
Mattamuskeet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mattamuskeet School offer ?
Mattamuskeet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattamuskeet School part of?
Mattamuskeet School is part of Hyde County Schools.
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