For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,574 students in Manteo, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Manteo, NC are Manteo High School, Manteo Middle School and Manteo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manteo, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Manteo have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Manteo, NC (2025-26)
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%
Rank: #22.
Manteo Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 N Hwy 64
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5549
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5549
Gr: 6-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Manteo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Hwy 64/264
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-2742
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-2742
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Manteo, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Manteo, NC include Manteo High School, Manteo Middle School and Manteo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Manteo?
3 public schools are located in Manteo.
What is the racial composition of students in Manteo?
Manteo public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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