The only school district in Currituck County had rising enrollment in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
There were 4,489 students in Currituck County Schools, 1.6% higher than the year before.
The enrollment numbers in Currituck County amplified the state’s increasing trend, showing a sharper increase in student numbers than the state average.
Currituck County Schools has a main office in Currituck and is the only school district within Currituck County.
Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state’s per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).
Staffing shortages have also become a growing concern, with teacher turnover rising to 11.5% in the most recent school year. Low salaries and high workloads make it difficult to retain experienced educators, potentially increasing class sizes and affecting learning quality.
| School | Total Enrollment in 2023-24 | Total Enrollment in 2022-23 | Total % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Currituck County High School | 1,014 | 1,036 | -2.1% |
| Moyock Elementary School | 724 | 724 | 0% |
| Moyock Middle School | 635 | 612 | 3.8% |
| Shawboro Elementary School | 633 | 609 | 3.9% |
| Currituck County Middle School | 395 | 358 | 10.3% |
| The JP Knapp ECH (i) School | 265 | 256 | 3.5% |
| Jarvisburg Elementary School | 248 | 259 | -4.2% |
| Central Elementary School | 244 | 237 | 3% |
| W. T. Griggs Elementary School | 241 | 223 | 8.1% |
| Knotts Island Elementary School | 90 | 105 | -14.3% |
| Water’s Edge Village School | 42 | 41 | 2.4% |
