Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Morehead City Primary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morehead City Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Morehead City Primary's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morehead City Primary 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 Morehead City Primary is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morehead City Primary's ranking?
Morehead City Primary is ranked #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Morehead City Primary often compared to?
Morehead City Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Beaufort Elementary School, Tiller 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 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morehead City Primary?
517 students attend Morehead City Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Morehead City Primary students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morehead City Primary?
Morehead City Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morehead City Primary offer ?
Morehead City Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morehead City Primary part of?
Morehead City Primary is part of Carteret County Public Schools.
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