Best Schools in Barco, North Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Barco?
Use this page to compare every school in Barco by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Currituck County High
High · Currituck County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Central Elementary
Elementary · Currituck County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Currituck County Middle
Middle · Currituck County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Barco for 2026 are Currituck County High (5.9/10), Central Elementary (5.8/10), and Currituck County Middle (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barco
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Currituck County High | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Currituck County Middle | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 37%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Barco compares
North Carolina rank
#204 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below North Carolina avg (6.2)
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Barco, North Carolina
Barco, North Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Barco show moderate performance 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 Barco is Currituck County High with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barco is served by 1 school district: Currituck County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,554 students.
Barco's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 55.6%.
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 | 261 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 386 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,041 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Barco
Barco, North Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
759
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
37%
Poverty Rate
55.6%
Community Profile
It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 55.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in North Carolina
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Barco, North Carolina
How many schools are in Barco, North Carolina?
Barco has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barco, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barco is 5.5 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 Barco, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Barco on MySchoolScout is Currituck County High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barco, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barco on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Barco, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Barco on MySchoolScout is Currituck County Middle with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Barco, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Barco on MySchoolScout is Currituck County High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Barco, North Carolina?
Barco is served by 1 school district: Currituck County Schools.
What is the education level in Barco, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Barco have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barco, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barco is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barco, 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.