Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pamlico County Primary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pamlico County Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bayboro, NC, encompassing approximately 561.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 27.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pamlico County Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pamlico County Primary's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pamlico County Primary 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 Pamlico County Primary is 0.64, 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
#741 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pamlico County Primary's ranking?
Pamlico County Primary is ranked #741 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pamlico County Primary often compared to?
Pamlico County Primaryis 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?
75-79% 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).
How many students attend Pamlico County Primary?
329 students attend Pamlico County Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pamlico County Primary students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pamlico County Primary?
Pamlico County Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pamlico County Primary offer ?
Pamlico County Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pamlico County Primary part of?
Pamlico County Primary is part of Pamlico County Schools.
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