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#1596 of 2,648 schools in NC
Newport Elementary
Elementary School · Carteret County Public Schools
219 Chatham Street, Newport, NC 28570
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,596 of 2,648
In Newport
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Carteret County Public Schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Newport Elementary
Newport Elementary is a public elementary school in Newport, NC, part of Carteret County Public Schools. Newport Elementary serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,596 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Newport Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Newport Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Newport Elementary — Students at Newport Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Newport Elementary Compares
See how Newport 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
219 Chatham Street, Newport, NC 28570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bogue Sound Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morehead City Primary (rated 8.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn (rated 7.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newport Middle Newport | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Bridges School Morehead City | 5.4 mi | — |
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Havelock Middle Havelock | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Early College EAST High Havelock | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Havelock Elementary Havelock | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Morehead City Primary Morehead City | 6.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport | 7.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Croatan High Newport | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock | 8.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City | 7.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Morehead City Middle Morehead City | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock | 9.1 mi | 4.2 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Albemarle Road Elementary Charlotte, NC | 5.8 |
| Banks Elementary Kinston, NC | 5.8 |
| Bessemer City Primary Bessemer City, NC | 5.8 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham, NC | 5.8 |
| Boone Trail Elementary Mamers, NC | 5.8 |
| Brevard Elementary Brevard, NC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newport Elementary
What grades does Newport Elementary serve?
Newport Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Newport Elementary?
Newport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newport Elementary rank in NC?
Newport Elementary ranks #1,596 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Newport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Newport Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newport Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Newport Elementary a charter school?
No, Newport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newport Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newport Elementary?
66.8% of students at Newport 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Carteret County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (252) 223-4201
Resources & Links
District
Carteret County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,846
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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