For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 812 students in Beaufort, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Beaufort, NC are Tiller School, Beaufort Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Beaufort, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Beaufort have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Beaufort, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tiller School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1950 Live Oak Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-1995
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-1995
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Beaufort Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 Carraway Dr
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3316
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3316
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Beaufort Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Carraway Dr
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-4520
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Beaufort, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Beaufort, NC include Tiller School, Beaufort Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Beaufort?
3 public elementary schools are located in Beaufort.
What is the racial composition of students in Beaufort?
Beaufort public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Beaufort are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Beaufort include: Beaufort Elementary School vs. Tiller School, Tiller School vs. Beaufort Elementary School
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