For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,019 students in Newport, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in Newport, NC is Croatan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newport, NC public high school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Newport have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public high schools.
Newport, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Croatan High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Newport, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Croatan High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Cougar Ln
Newport, NC 28570
(252) 393-7022
Newport, NC 28570
(252) 393-7022
Gr: 9-12 | 1,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Newport, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Newport, NC include Croatan High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newport?
1 public high schools are located in Newport.
What is the racial composition of students in Newport?
Newport public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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