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4 schools in Beaufort

North Carolina · Public K-12

4 public K-12 schools, 1,333 students, one city. That is the Beaufort entry on the numbers, with a mix of 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Beaufort

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,333
-163 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
74%
was 73%
% Hispanic
8%
was 5%
% Black
8%
was 13%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Beaufort ElementaryElementaryPK-05346
Beaufort MiddleMiddle06-08260
East Carteret HighHigh09-12521
Tiller SchoolElementaryKG-05206

About Beaufort

Beaufort, North Carolina is home to 4 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 1,333 students. By school count, it is a low-population city.

In terms of grade levels, the city spans 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Beaufort average about 333 students each, 42% noticeably below the North Carolina norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,333 students, declined 11% from the 1,496 reported in SY 2017-18. The Black share of public-school enrollment contracted from 13% to 8%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Beaufort discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Beaufort, North Carolina?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Beaufort, with a combined enrollment of about 1,333.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Beaufort?
Beaufort has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Beaufort?
East Carteret High is the largest public school in Beaufort by enrollment, with approximately 521 students.
What school districts serve Beaufort?
Beaufort is served by 2 public school districts, including Carteret County Public Schools, Tiller School.
What grade levels do public schools in Beaufort cover?
Public schools in Beaufort serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Beaufort?
1 of the 4 public schools in Beaufort are charter schools.