Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ocracoke School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocracoke School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ocracoke, NC, encompassing approximately 1,459 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 34.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 55.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocracoke School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocracoke School's student population of 139 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Believe that all students should be provided opportunities to learn using the best resources and most current technology.
School Rankings
Ocracoke School 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 Ocracoke School is 0.53, 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
#640 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
42%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocracoke School's ranking?
Ocracoke School is ranked #640 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ocracoke School often compared to?
Ocracoke Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Academy, Mattamuskeet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ocracoke School?
The graduation rate of Ocracoke School is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Ocracoke School?
139 students attend Ocracoke School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ocracoke School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocracoke School?
Ocracoke School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ocracoke School offer ?
Ocracoke School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocracoke School part of?
Ocracoke School is part of Hyde County Schools.
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