Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pamlico County Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pamlico County Primary's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pamlico County Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pamlico County Primary is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
18%
25%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
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 #1245 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Pamlico County Primary?
319 students attend Pamlico County Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pamlico County Primary students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pamlico County Primary?
Pamlico County Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pamlico County Primary offer ?
Pamlico County Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Pamlico County Primary part of?
Pamlico County Primary is part of Pamlico County Schools School District.
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