CURRITUCK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Currituck County High is a public high school that is part of the Currituck County Schools school district, located in Barco, NC with about 943 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 66 teachers, Currituck County High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Currituck County High School, located in Barco, North Carolina, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding rural community. As a cornerstone of the Currituck County School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for both higher education and the workforce. The curriculum typically encompasses a broad range of academic subjects, supported by various extracurricular activities, athletics, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs designed to help students develop both practical skills and leadership abilities.
The school emphasizes community involvement and the success of its student body, often highlighting a culture that balances academic rigor with personal growth. By utilizing the resources provided through the district’s official website, students and families can access information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives. As the sole public high school in the county, Currituck County High plays a central role in the local identity, striving to provide a comprehensive education that meets the needs of its diverse student population while maintaining a focus on college and career readiness.
For more information, contact Currituck County High at (252) 453-0014 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Barco, NC 27917
(252) 453-0014
http://www.currituck.k12.nc.us
CURRITUCK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Barco, NC with about 943 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Currituck County Schools
- Total Students:
- 943
- Teachers:
- 66
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 943 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CURRITUCK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.5%
- Two or more races
- 9.0%
- Black or African American
- 6.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Asian
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
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.