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#1898 of 2,648 schools in NC
First Flight Elementary School
Elementary School · Dare County Schools
107 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,898 of 2,648
In Kill Devil Hills
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Dare County Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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First Flight Elementary School
Elementary School in Kill Devil Hills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Flight Elementary School
First Flight Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kill Devil Hills, NC, part of Dare County Schools. First Flight Elementary School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. First Flight Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,898 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for First Flight Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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First Flight Elementary School — Students at First Flight Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 3.1/10.
How First Flight Elementary School Compares
See how First Flight Elementary School 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
107 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Flight Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Water's Edge Village School (rated 9.3/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Corolla), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kitty Hawk Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Kitty Hawk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W T Griggs Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Poplar Branch), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kill Devil Hills, see our Kill Devil Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 43.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| First Flight Middle School Kill Devil Hills | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Dare Learning Academy Kill Devil Hills | 0.2 mi | — |
| First Flight High School Kill Devil Hills | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Nags Head Elementary School Nags Head | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HERON POND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kitty Hawk | 4.5 mi | — |
| Manteo Middle School Manteo | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Manteo High School Manteo | 6.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Manteo Elementary School Manteo | 6.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Kitty Hawk Elementary School Kitty Hawk | 7.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WANCHESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wanchese | 11.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg | 17.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JARVISBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jarvisburg | 17.5 mi | 6.5 |
| W T Griggs Elementary Poplar Branch | 22.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Water's Edge Village School Corolla | 27.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Currituck County Middle Barco | 30.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Currituck County High Barco | 30.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Elementary Barco | 32.7 mi | 5.8 |
| The JP Knapp ECH (i)School Currituck | 36.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Shawboro Elementary School Shawboro | 37.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Moyock Middle Moyock | 43.9 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern, NC | 5.2 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Conover, NC | 5.2 |
| Churchland Elementary Lexington, NC | 5.2 |
| Clara J Peck Elementary Greensboro, NC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Flight Elementary School
What grades does First Flight Elementary School serve?
First Flight Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend First Flight Elementary School?
First Flight Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Flight Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Flight Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First Flight Elementary School rank in NC?
First Flight Elementary School ranks #1,898 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is First Flight Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Flight Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at First Flight Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, First Flight Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is First Flight Elementary School a charter school?
No, First Flight Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First Flight Elementary School a Title I school?
No, First Flight Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for First Flight Elementary School?
50.0% of students at First Flight Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (252) 441-1111
Resources & Links
District
Dare County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,102
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,996
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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