- Moyock Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 740 students
- Shawboro Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 625 students
- Central Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 264 students
- W T Griggs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 258 students
- Jarvisburg Elementary — Grades K–5 · 218 students
- Knotts Island Elementary — Grades K–5 · 91 students
- Moyock Middle — Grades 6–8 · 635 students
- Currituck County Middle — Grades 6–8 · 435 students
- Currituck County High — Grades 9–12 · 1,061 students
- The JP Knapp ECH (i)School — Grades 9 · 274 students
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| Metric | Currituck County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,514 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 91st percentile → 10/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Currituck County Schools
Zip code 27973 in Currituck, North Carolina is served by Currituck County Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 13. This page provides a data-driven overview of Currituck County Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in North Carolina spend approximately $10,300 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), below the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 10 schools serving approximately 4,514 students across grades Pre-K – 13, Currituck County Schools is a mid-sized district. Contact Currituck County Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Currituck County Schools 7 out of 10 — above average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Currituck County Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in North Carolina. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27973
Children in zip code 27973 are assigned to Currituck County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27973, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Currituck County Schools at (252)232-2223 or visit www.currituck.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Currituck
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Currituck County Schools serves zip code 27973, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 27973 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Currituck County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27973.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Currituck County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27973 data.