Excellent
#405 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 15% in state
Beaufort Elementary
Elementary School · Carteret County Public Schools
110 Carraway Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#405 of 2,648
In Beaufort
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Carteret County Public Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Beaufort Elementary
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About Beaufort Elementary
Beaufort Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaufort, NC, part of Carteret County Public Schools. Beaufort Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaufort Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Beaufort Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Beaufort Elementary — Students at Beaufort Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Beaufort Elementary Compares
See how Beaufort Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
110 Carraway Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaufort Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morehead City Primary (rated 8.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), with a very similar rating. Another option is Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST EGBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Middle Beaufort | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Tiller School Beaufort | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| East Carteret High Beaufort | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ST EGBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morehead City | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| A SEA OF LEARNING Morehead City | 5.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Morehead City Middle Morehead City | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Harkers Island Elementary Harkers Island | 5.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary Smyrna | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Morehead City Primary Morehead City | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Bridges School Morehead City | 8.1 mi | — |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Newport Middle Newport | 12.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 12.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 14.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 15.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 16.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 17.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,257
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$869/mo
Population
11,143
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
53.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles H. Parker Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Drexel Elementary Morganton, NC | 8.0 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Wilson, NC | 8.0 |
| Greenlee Primary Spruce Pine, NC | 8.0 |
| Holly Tree Elementary Wilmington, NC | 8.0 |
| Irwin Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beaufort Elementary
What grades does Beaufort Elementary serve?
Beaufort Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Beaufort Elementary?
Beaufort Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beaufort Elementary rank in NC?
Beaufort Elementary ranks #405 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Beaufort Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaufort Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beaufort Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaufort Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beaufort Elementary a charter school?
No, Beaufort Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beaufort Elementary a Title I school?
No, Beaufort Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaufort Elementary?
62.4% of students at Beaufort Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Carteret County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (252) 728-3316
Resources & Links
District
Carteret County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,846
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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