Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, Currituck County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Currituck County High School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,061 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence in Every Student
School Rankings
Currituck County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Currituck County High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1055 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
75%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Currituck County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Currituck County High School's ranking?
Currituck County High School is ranked #1055 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Currituck County High School often compared to?
Currituck County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Jp Knapp Ech (I)school by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Currituck County High School?
The graduation rate of Currituck County High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Currituck County High School?
1,061 students attend Currituck County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Currituck County High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Currituck County High School?
Currituck County High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Currituck County High School offer ?
Currituck County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Currituck County High School part of?
Currituck County High School is part of Currituck County Schools.
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