Serving 423 students in grades 9-12, Pamlico County High 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pamlico County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bayboro, NC, covering approximately 561.6 square miles. Families within this area typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge reaching 26.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pamlico County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pamlico County High School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Strength. Growth. Leadership.
School Rankings
Pamlico County High 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 Pamlico County High School is 0.62, 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
#1206 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
19%
24%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pamlico County High School's ranking?
Pamlico County High School is ranked #1206 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pamlico County High School often compared to?
Pamlico County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arapahoe Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pamlico County High School?
The graduation rate of Pamlico County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pamlico County High School?
423 students attend Pamlico County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Pamlico County High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pamlico County High School?
Pamlico County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pamlico County High School offer ?
Pamlico County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pamlico County High School part of?
Pamlico County High School is part of Pamlico County Schools.
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