Catherine Truitt North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction | North Carolina Department of Public Instruction website
Catherine Truitt North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction | North Carolina Department of Public Instruction website
Bertie High School registered the highest enrollment among Bertie County's seven schools in the 2023-24 school year, welcoming 459 students.
Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state's per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).
Staffing shortages have also become a growing concern, with teacher turnover rising to 11.5% in the most recent school year. Low salaries and high workloads make it difficult to retain experienced educators, potentially increasing class sizes and affecting learning quality.
| School name | Total Enrollment in 2022-23 | Total Enrollment in 2023-24 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertie High School | 428 | 459 | 7.2% |
| Bertie Middle School | - | 374 | - |
| Windsor Elementary School | 299 | 312 | 4.3% |
| West Bertie Elementary School | 174 | 168 | -3.4% |
| Colerain Elementary School | 151 | 137 | -9.3% |
| Bertie Early College High | 141 | 114 | -19.1% |
| Aulander Elementary School | 118 | 98 | -16.9% |
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