For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 91 students in Atlantic, NC.
The top ranked public school in Atlantic, NC is Atlantic Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atlantic, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Atlantic have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atlantic, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atlantic Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 School Drive
Atlantic, NC 28511
(252) 225-3961
Atlantic, NC 28511
(252) 225-3961
Grades: PK-5
| 91 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Atlantic, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Atlantic, NC include Atlantic Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atlantic?
1 public schools are located in Atlantic.
What is the racial composition of students in Atlantic?
Atlantic public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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