Hertford County is home to about 2,400 students and over 500 employees. Our district is accredited by AdvancEd. Our graduation rate is over 85%, our graduates attend college or some other form of higher education, join the military, or enter the workforce.

Strong leadership
The Hertford County Board of Education provides solid leadership in preparing our students to be productive citizens in a global society. A strategic plan guides district decision-making.

All in for Learning
Student learning is at the center of everything in our schools.  

Technology as a valuable resource
The school district offers a full range of academic programs and extracurricular activities. All 7 schools are wireless and connected by a high-speed wide area network. Students and staff have full-time Internet access in classrooms, libraries and computer labs, including distance learning opportunities. Elementary and middle school students are served through technology on mobile carts.

Outstanding workforce
More than 60 percent of our teachers have 10 or more years’ of experience. Our teacher turnover rate is lower than the state of North Carolina.