School Overview
P.W. Moore Elementary School is a public school located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and serves as a core part of the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Peter W. Moore, a prominent educator and the first principal of the State Colored Normal School (now Elizabeth City State University), reflecting a deep historical connection to the local community’s educational legacy. The institution is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing young students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, partnering with families and the local community to support student achievement. By utilizing a standard curriculum aligned with North Carolina state requirements, P.W. Moore Elementary works to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages students to become active participants in their own learning. With its focus on building a strong academic base, the school plays a vital role in the district’s mission to provide equitable and quality educational opportunities for all students in the Pasquotank County area.
353
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for P W Moore Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White66
Hispanic37
Black216
Asian2
Two or More32
  • Black
    216 (61.2 %)
  • White
    66 (18.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (10.5 %)
  • Two or More
    32 (9.1 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools
Phone: (252)338-5000
Website: http://www.ecpps.k12.nc.us/pw-moore-elementary
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 353
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 350
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 64
Grade 1 68
Grade 2 72
Grade 3 57
Grade 4 43
Grade 5 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for P W Moore Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten64
Grade 168
Grade 272
Grade 357
Grade 443
Grade 549
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for P W Moore Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17649.9%
Male17750.1%