Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moyock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moyock Elementary serves the northwest part of Moyock, NC, covering an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moyock Elementary School's student population of 740 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moyock 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 Moyock Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#851 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moyock Elementary School's ranking?
Moyock Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Moyock Elementary School often compared to?
Moyock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawboro Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Moyock Elementary School?
740 students attend Moyock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Moyock Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moyock Elementary School?
Moyock Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moyock Elementary School offer ?
Moyock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moyock Elementary School part of?
Moyock Elementary School is part of Currituck County Schools.
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