For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 530 students in 27954, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27954, NC is Manteo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27954 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27954, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27954 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Manteo High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27954, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manteo High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
829 Wingina Avenue
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5841
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5841
Gr: 9-12 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27954, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27954, NC include Manteo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27954?
1 public high schools are located in 27954.
What is the racial composition of students in 27954?
27954 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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