Pitt County Schools

The Pitt County Schools district in North Carolina consists of 39 schools, including 23 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 8 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a diverse student population with varying levels of academic performance and economic backgrounds.

Several schools stand out in the district, including Chicod, a top-performing elementary/middle school with high test scores and a 5-star rating, and Hope Middle, a diverse middle school that also ranks among the best in the state. The PCS Early College High School and Innovation Early College High are exceptional high schools, with 5-star ratings and exceptional test scores. In contrast, Ayden-Grifton High, Farmville Central High, and North Pitt High have lower performance metrics and rankings compared to the district and state averages.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance within the Pitt County Schools district, with a strong correlation between high poverty rates and lower test scores and school rankings. This highlights the challenges faced by schools serving economically disadvantaged populations and the need for effective early intervention and support programs. The district's specialized schools, such as the early college high schools, demonstrate the potential benefits of unique educational models in addressing these inequities.