Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Chocowinity Primary ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chocowinity Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Chocowinity Primary's student population of 493 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chocowinity Primary ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chocowinity Primary is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chocowinity Primary's ranking?
Chocowinity Primary is ranked #279 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Chocowinity Primary?
493 students attend Chocowinity Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Chocowinity Primary students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chocowinity Primary?
Chocowinity Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chocowinity Primary offer ?
Chocowinity Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Chocowinity Primary part of?
Chocowinity Primary is part of Beaufort County Schools School District.
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