Excellent
#244 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 9% in state
Beaufort Elementary
Elementary School · Carteret County Public Schools
110 Carraway Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Beaufort
#1 of 4
public schools
North Carolina elementary schools
#218 of 1,474
In district
#2 of 16
Carteret County Public Schools
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Beaufort Elementary
Beaufort Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaufort, NC, part of the Carteret County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 367 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.8th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 68% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 3 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,257, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
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: 56%).
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 12 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Beaufort Elementary Compares
See how Beaufort Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 49% (2019) to 76.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 53% (2019) to 57.1% (2025).
Location
110 Carraway Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaufort Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roger Bell New Tech Academy (rated 8.4/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Havelock), with a very similar rating. Another option is Newport Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Newport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Harkers Island Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Harkers Island), 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 | 7.5 |
| Tiller School Beaufort | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| East Carteret High Beaufort | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| 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 | 6.5 |
| Harkers Island Elementary Harkers Island | 5.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City | 5.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Down East Middle and Smyrna Elementary Smyrna | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Morehead City Primary Morehead City | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 7.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Bridges School Morehead City | 8.1 mi | — |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Newport Middle Newport | 12.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 12.8 mi | 8.3 |
| 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 | 7.2 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 16.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 17.5 mi | 3.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Beaufort Elementary has a median household income of $63,257. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,300, with a median rent of $869/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Jay Elementary High Point, NC | 8.4 |
| Allenbrook Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| Bluford Elementary Greensboro, NC | 8.4 |
| C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills, NC | 8.4 |
| Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh, NC | 8.4 |
| Douglass Elementary Eden, NC | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #244 out of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Beaufort Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaufort Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beaufort Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Beaufort Elementary has 68.3% math proficiency and 55.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (252) 728-3316
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Carteret County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,846
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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