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Pamlico County Primary

323 Neals Creek Road
Bayboro, NC 28515
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10
Top 30%
Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pamlico County Primary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 347 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30% in NC
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pamlico County Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Pamlico County Primary's student population of 347 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Pamlico County Primary 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 Pamlico County Primary is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#741 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(21-22)
75-79%
51%
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
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 Primary's ranking?
Pamlico County Primary is ranked #741 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pamlico County Primary often compared to?
Pamlico County Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Arapahoe Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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).
How many students attend Pamlico County Primary?
347 students attend Pamlico County Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pamlico County Primary students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pamlico County Primary?
Pamlico County Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pamlico County Primary offer ?
Pamlico County Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pamlico County Primary part of?
Pamlico County Primary is part of Pamlico County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 347 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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