Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nags Head 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 59% (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 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nags Head Elementary School serves the northeast part of Nags Head, NC, covering an area of approximately 47.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nags Head Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nags Head Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nags Head 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 Nags Head Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#943 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
61%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nags Head Elementary School's ranking?
Nags Head Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nags Head Elementary School often compared to?
Nags Head Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kitty Hawk Elementary School, Manteo Elementary School, First Flight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Nags Head Elementary School?
484 students attend Nags Head Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Nags Head Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nags Head Elementary School?
Nags Head Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nags Head Elementary School offer ?
Nags Head Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nags Head Elementary School part of?
Nags Head Elementary School is part of Dare County Schools.
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