For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 647 students in Barco, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Barco, NC are Currituck County Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barco, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools in Barco, NC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Currituck County Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4263 Caratoke Hwy
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-2171
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-2171
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
504 Shortcut Road
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0010
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0010
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Barco, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Barco, NC include Currituck County Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barco?
2 public elementary schools are located in Barco.
What is the racial composition of students in Barco?
Barco public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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