- Eastern Elementary — Grades K–5 · 833 students
- Wintergreen Intermediate — Grades 3–5 · 821 students
- Lakeforest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 821 students
- Wintergreen Primary — Grades PK–2 · 786 students
- Ridgewood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 700 students
- W H Robinson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 692 students
- Ayden Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 656 students
- Creekside Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 622 students
- Elmhurst Elementary — Grades K–5 · 454 students
- H B Sugg Elementary — Grades PK–2 · 421 students
- Wahl Coates Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 406 students
- Belvoir Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 405 students
- Northwest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 361 students
- Sam D Bundy Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 345 students
- Falkland Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 271 students
- South Greenville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 251 students
- Hope Middle — Grades 6–8 · 952 students
- A G Cox Middle — Grades 6–8 · 778 students
- C M Eppes Middle — Grades 6–8 · 631 students
- E B Aycock Middle — Grades 6–8 · 617 students
- Farmville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 552 students
- Wellcome Middle — Grades 6–8 · 391 students
- Ayden Middle — Grades 6–8 · 365 students
- D H Conley High — Grades 9–12 · 1,757 students
- South Central — Grades 9–12 · 1,738 students
- Junius H Rose High — Grades 9–12 · 1,568 students
- North Pitt High — Grades 9–12 · 854 students
- Farmville Central High — Grades 9–12 · 778 students
- Ayden-Grifton High — Grades 9–12 · 757 students
- PCS Early College High School — Grades 9 · 334 students
- Innovation Early College High — Grades 9 · 227 students
- Chicod — Grades PK–8 · 902 students
- Pactolus — Grades PK–8 · 657 students
- G R Whitfield — Grades PK–8 · 560 students
- Grifton — Grades PK–8 · 395 students
- Sadie Saulter — Grades PK–8 · 300 students
- Bethel Elementary — Grades PK–8 · 232 students
- Stokes — Grades PK–8 · 218 students
- Pitt County Virtual — Grades K–12 · 38 students
- Vidant Health — Grades PK–12 · 24 students
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| Metric | Pitt County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 38 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Pitt County Schools
If you live in ZIP 28530 — Pitt, North Carolina — your assigned public schools are operated by Pitt County Schools. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the North Carolina average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Pitt County Schools reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $10,300 per year, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (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 multiple schools, Pitt County Schools operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Pitt County Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Pitt County Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Pitt County Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28530
Children in zip code 28530 are assigned to Pitt County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28530, 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 Pitt County Schools at (252)830-4200 or visit www.pitt.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Pitt
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Pitt County Schools serves zip code 28530, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 28530 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 Pitt 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 28530.
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 Pitt County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28530 data.