MOREHEAD CITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Morehead City Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Carteret County Public Schools school district, located in Morehead City, NC with about 585 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 44 teachers, Morehead City Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Morehead City Primary School, located at 4409 Country Club Road in Morehead City, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Carteret County Public Schools system. The school focuses on the early development of students, typically catering to children in the primary grade levels. By prioritizing a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school aims to build strong academic and social-emotional skills in its young learners, preparing them for future success as they transition through the public school system.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Morehead City community and operates under the broader mission and administrative guidance of the Carteret County School District. Parents and community members can stay informed about school-wide initiatives, academic calendars, and district policies through their official website at [http://www.carteretcountyschools.org/mcp](http://www.carteretcountyschools.org/mcp). The institution emphasizes the importance of early childhood education in fostering a lifelong love of learning and providing a stable, nurturing start for all students in the region.

For more information, contact Morehead City Primary at (252) 247-2448 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.