Serving 725 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moyock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 25% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moyock Elementary School's student population of 725 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moyock Elementary 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 Moyock Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#851 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moyock Elementary School's ranking?
Moyock Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Moyock Elementary School often compared to?
Moyock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawboro Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Moyock Elementary School?
725 students attend Moyock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Moyock Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moyock Elementary School?
Moyock Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moyock Elementary School offer ?
Moyock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Moyock Elementary School part of?
Moyock Elementary School is part of Currituck County Schools School District.
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