For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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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