Manteo High School is one of ten schools located in Dare County, North Carolina. The high school was named after the Native American chief Manteo, who assisted the Roanoke Colony. Renovations to the school were completed in 2007.
Serving 530 students in grades 9-12, Manteo High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manteo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manteo High School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Manteo High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manteo High School is 0.51, 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
#367 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redskins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manteo High School's ranking?
Manteo High School is ranked #367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Manteo High School often compared to?
Manteo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Flight High School, Cape Hatteras Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manteo High School?
The graduation rate of Manteo High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Manteo High School?
530 students attend Manteo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Manteo High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manteo High School?
Manteo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manteo High School offer ?
Manteo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manteo High School part of?
Manteo High School is part of Dare County Schools School District.
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