Serving 454 students in grades 9-12, Pamlico County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pamlico County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pamlico County High School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Pamlico County High 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 Pamlico County High School is 0.59, 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
#1206 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
17%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pamlico County High School's ranking?
Pamlico County High School is ranked #1206 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pamlico County High School?
The graduation rate of Pamlico County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pamlico County High School?
454 students attend Pamlico County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pamlico County High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pamlico County High School?
Pamlico County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pamlico County High School offer ?
Pamlico County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pamlico County High School part of?
Pamlico County High School is part of Pamlico County Schools School District.
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