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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Dare Learning Academy
High School in Kill Devil Hills · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dare Learning Academy
Dare Learning Academy is a public high school in Kill Devil Hills, NC, part of Dare County Schools. Dare Learning Academy serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Dare Learning Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Dare Learning Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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.
How Dare Learning Academy Compares
See how Dare Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. The JP Knapp ECH (i)School (rated 8.1/10, 35.8 miles away, in nearby Currituck). Another option is First Flight High School (rated 8.0/10). Additionally, Manteo High School (rated 7.9/10, 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 | 8.0 |
| First Flight Elementary School Kill Devil Hills | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| First Flight Middle School Kill Devil Hills | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Nags Head Elementary School Nags Head | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| HERON POND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kitty Hawk | 4.3 mi | — |
| Manteo Middle School Manteo | 6.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Manteo High School Manteo | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Manteo Elementary School Manteo | 6.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Kitty Hawk Elementary School Kitty Hawk | 7.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WANCHESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wanchese | 11.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg | 17.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JARVISBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jarvisburg | 17.2 mi | 6.5 |
| W T Griggs Elementary Poplar Branch | 22.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Water's Edge Village School Corolla | 27.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Currituck County Middle Barco | 30.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Currituck County High Barco | 30.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Elementary Barco | 32.5 mi | 5.8 |
| The JP Knapp ECH (i)School Currituck | 35.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Shawboro Elementary School Shawboro | 37.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Moyock Middle Moyock | 43.6 mi | 5.6 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Dare Learning Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
Dare County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,102
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,996
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