Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manteo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manteo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Manteo Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
RISE up to success with MES!
School Rankings
Manteo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manteo Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1664 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 Manteo Elementary School's ranking?
Manteo Elementary School is ranked #1664 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Manteo Elementary School often compared to?
Manteo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nags Head Elementary School, First Flight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Manteo Elementary School?
648 students attend Manteo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Manteo Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manteo Elementary School?
Manteo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manteo Elementary School offer ?
Manteo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manteo Elementary School part of?
Manteo Elementary School is part of Dare County Schools School District.
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