Very Good
#697 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 26% in state
Croatan High
High School · Carteret County Public Schools
1 Cougar Lane, Newport, NC 28570
Enrollment
1,015
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,015
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#697 of 2,648
In Newport
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 16
Carteret County Public Schools
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Croatan High
High School in Newport · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Croatan High
Croatan High is a public high school in Newport, NC, part of Carteret County Public Schools. Croatan High serves approximately 1,015 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Croatan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Croatan High show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Croatan High — Students at Croatan High score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 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: 8.2/10.
How Croatan High Compares
See how Croatan High 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
1 Cougar Lane, Newport, NC 28570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Croatan High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Early College EAST High (rated 8.0/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Havelock), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Carteret High (rated 6.2/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), a more accessible option. Additionally, Havelock High (rated 6.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Havelock), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Newport Middle Newport | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 7.3 mi | 5.2 |
| White Oak Elementary Cape Carteret | 6.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 7.4 mi | — |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Bridges School Morehead City | 9.3 mi | — |
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 9.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Havelock Elementary Havelock | 11.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Early College EAST High Havelock | 11.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Havelock Middle Havelock | 11.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Morehead City Primary Morehead City | 9.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 12.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock | 12.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Swansboro Elementary Swansboro | 10.9 mi | 8.2 |
| W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock | 13.4 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,018
Median Home Value
$245,300
Median Rent
$951/mo
Population
21,435
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
44.6
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|---|---|
| Mountain Heritage High Burnsville, NC | 7.5 |
| Northern Guilford High Greensboro, NC | 7.5 |
| Brevard High Brevard, NC | 7.6 |
| Cedar Ridge High Hillsborough, NC | 7.6 |
| Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech Elizabeth City, NC | 7.4 |
| Western Guilford High Greensboro, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Croatan High
What grades does Croatan High serve?
Croatan High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Croatan High?
Croatan High has an enrollment of approximately 1,015 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Croatan High?
The student-teacher ratio at Croatan High is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Croatan High rank in NC?
Croatan High ranks #697 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Croatan High's MySchoolScout rating?
Croatan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Croatan High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Croatan High has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Croatan High a charter school?
No, Croatan High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Croatan High a Title I school?
No, Croatan High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Croatan High?
29.0% of students at Croatan High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,015
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Carteret County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (252) 393-7022
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
Carteret County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,846
- District Rank
- #10 of 16
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