Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ocracoke School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 8:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocracoke School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ocracoke School's student population of 158 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ocracoke School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocracoke School is 0.52, 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
#640 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
52%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
42%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocracoke School's ranking?
Ocracoke School is ranked #640 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ocracoke School often compared to?
Ocracoke Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Academy, Mattamuskeet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Ocracoke School?
The graduation rate of Ocracoke School is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Ocracoke School?
158 students attend Ocracoke School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ocracoke School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocracoke School?
Ocracoke School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ocracoke School offer ?
Ocracoke School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Ocracoke School part of?
Ocracoke School is part of Hyde County Schools School District.
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