Excellent
#412 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 16% in state
First Flight High School
High School · Dare County Schools
100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Enrollment
913
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
913
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#412 of 2,648
In Kill Devil Hills
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Dare County Schools
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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First Flight High School
High School in Kill Devil Hills · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Flight High School
First Flight High School is a public high school in Kill Devil Hills, NC, part of Dare County Schools. First Flight High School serves approximately 913 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. First Flight High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for First Flight High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at First Flight High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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First Flight High School — Students at First Flight High School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 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: 8.1/10.
How First Flight High School Compares
See how First Flight High 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
100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Flight High School 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), with a very similar rating. Another option is Manteo High School (rated 7.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Manteo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Currituck County High (rated 5.9/10, 30.2 miles away, in nearby Barco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kill Devil Hills, see our Kill Devil Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 43.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dare Learning Academy Kill Devil Hills | 0.0 mi | — |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest School of the Arts Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| North Buncombe High Weaverville, NC | 7.9 |
| Pisgah High Canton, NC | 8.1 |
| West Henderson High Hendersonville, NC | 8.1 |
| Hendersonville High Hendersonville, NC | 7.8 |
| Reynolds High Asheville, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Flight High School
What grades does First Flight High School serve?
First Flight High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend First Flight High School?
First Flight High School has an enrollment of approximately 913 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Flight High School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Flight High School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First Flight High School rank in NC?
First Flight High School ranks #412 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is First Flight High School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Flight High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, First Flight High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is First Flight High School a charter school?
No, First Flight High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First Flight High School a Title I school?
No, First Flight High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for First Flight High School?
30.8% of students at First Flight High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 913
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (252) 449-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
Dare County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,102
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,996
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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