Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, Croatan High School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Croatan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Croatan High School's student population of 974 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Croatan High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Croatan High School is 0.27, 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
#108 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
85%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Croatan High School's ranking?
Croatan High School is ranked #108 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Croatan High School often compared to?
Croatan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Carteret High School, East Carteret High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Croatan High School?
The graduation rate of Croatan High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Croatan High School?
974 students attend Croatan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Croatan High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Croatan High School?
Croatan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Croatan High School offer ?
Croatan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Croatan High School part of?
Croatan High School is part of Carteret County School District.
School Reviews
1 9/10/2020
Would give zero stars if possible
1 6/1/2020
This school isn't that great when it comes to students' personal needs, there are no phones allowed whatsoever and if a teacher even sees your phone's outline in your pocket, you're sent to ALC or ISS, If you're late to class, you can't even go to that class, this school is full of BS, worst school I've ever been to, glad I'm moving away.
1 3/27/2020
So far it hasn't been a great experience for my child. If you are considering this school, I recommend you speak to someone of your same race and/or financial class before deciding. Depending upon your race and financial status, you will have vastly different experiences at this school. I know because I did that, wasn't sure I believed some of it, turns out, it definitely seems as if there is some racial disparity going on. As far this being the best academic school in the county, we'll that depends on what you consider being of importance in your child's academic endeavors. Personally I would rather you actually teach my kid and ride their but about school work than worry about test scores and send kids out of class for trivial things. Seems like sending kids out of class and giving them ISS and OSS used to be reserved for the kids who bullied, got into fights, cussed the teachers out, smoked in the bathroom, skipped class, etc.... not for the kids who forgot their Chromebook when you weren't using it that day, anyway. But maybe I'm just old school and test scores matter more. You decide.
2 12/27/2014
I am not sure howI feel about this school yet but am in interested in speaking to other parents. To the above poster.. Does your child still attend Croatan?
2 3/29/2014
If you aren't from around here you are called "off" and ostracized by the student body and teachers. They bully you into conforming - STEPFORD WIVES!
The dress code is CONFUSING! If you are liked you can wear whatever you want. If you are "off" or not liked by the administration/faculty, you are harassed.
Academics are tough but my child who was a B student before is now all As and not because the school made her better but because she finds the classes much easier!
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