For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,760 students in Barco, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in Barco, NC are Currituck County High School, Currituck County Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barco, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Barco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barco, NC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Currituck County High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4203 Caratoke Hwy
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0014
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0014
Gr: 9-12 | 1,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Currituck County Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4263 Caratoke Hwy
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-2171
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-2171
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
504 Shortcut Road
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0010
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0010
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barco, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Barco, NC include Currituck County High School, Currituck County Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Barco?
3 public schools are located in Barco.
What is the racial composition of students in Barco?
Barco public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Barco are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Barco include: Currituck County Middle School vs. Currituck County High School
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