I believe that Moyock Elementary is one of the finest schools in America. We moved to the area and I was concerned about the teachers and the school district since we moved from a very large school district to here. I am a teacher myself and know that the quality of the teachers is what is most important.
... Read more My child was very attached to her teachers at her previous school and always looked forward to going to school. I was very pleased when she told me after the first week of school that she loved her new school and her new teachers. I know that not all teachers are going to be as loving and caring as her 2nd grade teacher was this past year, but I know that she loves to be in school, she loves the teachers, and she loves the kids that she has in her class. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/24/09
Along with the 4/29/09 reviewer, I am also disappointed with this school. I agree with all of those comments and would like to add that, while I do not think it should be a crazy-free-for-all, I would like my child to enjoy school. However, my child is afraid of her teacher, the PE teachers, and many
... Read more other authoritative figures in that school. If there were a private school closer, she'd be enrolled in it already. Children are not encouraged to be creative, thoughtful, expressive individuals. There is so much focus on being quiet, I wonder if the adults can even remember what it is like being a child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/05/09
I have two children that attend this school. MES teachers and staff are one of the finest in this area. I am grateful to have my children attend such a wonderful school. When I send them off in the morning I know they are getting the best education. We will be moving from the area for a job relocation
... Read more and it is breaking my heart that my children will not be attending next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/06/09
I have been extremely disappointed with the school. The way the school is run is a dictatorship. Group interaction is not encouraged. The students are basically told to keep quiet and given worksheets. The teachers show a lack of concern for the students and they frequently use threats in an attempt
... Read more to motivate the students. I am not impressed with the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/28/09
As the parent of a first year student, I was deeply concerned with the quality of the education system in a rural town. My concerns were quashed the moment I met the principal (Mrs. Bisbing) and the new first year Kindergarten teacher (Miss Corbo). I honestly don't believe my son could have received
... Read more a better start to his education than he did at Moyock Elementary. I only mention the above names because I primarily interacted with them, however, every teacher and staff member of Moyock Elementary was extremely helpful and seemed genuinely interested in advancing each child's education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/09/07
I believe that the teachers at Moyock Elementary School are of the highest caliber and are involved in every aspect of the children's life. The teachers that my son has had up to this point (he is currently in second grade), have been exceptional and their teaching skills have benefited him in learning.
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* In 2007-2008 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The EOG tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.
Student enrollment:
507
Students per teacher:
12
Full-time teachers:
42
Number of classrooms:
28
Special Education
Gifted Students, Speech/Language Pathologists
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
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Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Moyock schools — Moyock Elementary School is located at 255 Tulls Creek Rd, Moyock NC 27958. 255 Tulls Creek Rd is in the 27958 ZIP code in Moyock, NC The school district for Moyock Elementary School is the Currituck County School District. Moyock Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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