Best Schools in Atlantic, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Atlantic Elementary
Elementary · Carteret County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$154,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$154,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Atlantic
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlantic Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.9/10
- Median household income
- $56,328
- Median home value
- $154,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Atlantic compares
Median household income
$56k
83% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Atlantic, North Carolina
Atlantic, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Atlantic perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Atlantic is Atlantic Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Atlantic is served by 1 school district: Carteret County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 8,035 students.
Atlantic's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,328. The poverty rate in the area is 18.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
Schools in Atlantic
Atlantic, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,328
Median Home Value
$154,900
Population
627
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
91%
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Community Profile
Atlantic has a median household income of $56,328. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,900. The area has a poverty rate of 18.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Atlantic, North Carolina
How many schools are in Atlantic, North Carolina?
Atlantic has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Atlantic, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Atlantic is 8.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Atlantic, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Atlantic on MySchoolScout is Atlantic Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Atlantic, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Atlantic on MySchoolScout is Atlantic Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Atlantic, North Carolina?
Atlantic is served by 1 school district: Carteret County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Atlantic, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Atlantic have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Atlantic, North Carolina?
The median household income in Atlantic is approximately $56,328 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Atlantic, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Atlantic is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Atlantic, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.