NEWPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Newport Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Carteret County Public Schools school district, located in Newport, NC with about 738 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, Newport Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Newport Elementary School, located at 219 Chatham Street in Newport, North Carolina, is a dedicated member of the Carteret County Public Schools system. Serving the local community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth for students in their formative years. By emphasizing a strong foundation in core subjects, the school prepares its pupils for success as they transition through the early stages of their academic journeys.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Newport Elementary is committed to building a vibrant school culture that encourages community involvement and student development. The school’s digital presence and integration with the Carteret County district allow families to stay informed about events, resources, and educational standards. With its convenient location in Newport, the school serves as a cornerstone for local families, striving to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching space where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Newport Elementary at (252) 223-4201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

219 Chatham Street
Newport, NC 28570-8514
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NEWPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Newport, NC with about 738 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
738
Teachers:
58.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 738 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NEWPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
73.0%
Hispanic/Latino
9.6%
Two or more races
8.1%
Black or African American
7.3%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.