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Dare Learning Academy
High School · Dare County Schools
100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Dare Learning Academy
Dare Learning Academy is a public high school in Kill Devil Hills, NC, part of the Dare County Schools. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 15% proficiency in math, 41 points below the state average and 21% in reading/language arts, 32 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,319, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Dare Learning Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Website
- dcas.daretolearn.org
- Phone
- (252) 480-8888
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 5 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 5% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 14.3% (2025).
Location
100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dare Learning Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. First Flight High School (rated 7.5/10). Another option is The JP Knapp ECH (i)School (rated 6.9/10, 35.8 miles away, in nearby Currituck). Additionally, Manteo High School (rated 6.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Manteo). For more schools in Kill Devil Hills, see our Kill Devil Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 43.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| First Flight High School Kill Devil Hills | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| First Flight Elementary School Kill Devil Hills | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| First Flight Middle School Kill Devil Hills | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Nags Head Elementary School Nags Head | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HERON POND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kitty Hawk | 4.3 mi | — |
| Manteo Middle School Manteo | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Manteo High School Manteo | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Manteo Elementary School Manteo | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Kitty Hawk Elementary School Kitty Hawk | 7.2 mi | 7.2 |
| WANCHESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wanchese | 11.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg | 17.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JARVISBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jarvisburg | 17.2 mi | 6.5 |
| W T Griggs Elementary Poplar Branch | 22.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Water's Edge Village School Corolla | 27.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Currituck County Middle Barco | 30.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Currituck County High Barco | 30.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Central Elementary Barco | 32.5 mi | 5.6 |
| The JP Knapp ECH (i)School Currituck | 35.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Shawboro Elementary School Shawboro | 37.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Moyock Middle Moyock | 43.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27948 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,319
Median Home Value
$398,100
Median Rent
$1,539/mo
Population
12,628
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
47.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dare Learning Academy has a median household income of $85,319. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $398,100, with a median rent of $1,539/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asbury Academy Lincolnton, NC | — |
| Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy Bear Creek, NC | — |
| ECKERD CONNECTS Candor, NC | — |
| EMERALD SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Charlotte, NC | — |
| J W Turlington School Raeford, NC | — |
| Longview Raleigh, NC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dare Learning Academy
What grades does Dare Learning Academy serve?
Dare Learning Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dare Learning Academy?
Dare Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dare Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dare Learning Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Dare Learning Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dare Learning Academy has 15.0% math proficiency and 21.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Dare Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Dare Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dare Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Dare Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dare Learning Academy?
89.3% of students at Dare Learning Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,714/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kill Devil Hills). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dare County
- Phone
- (252) 480-8888
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Dare County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,102
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,996
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