Very Good
#648 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 24% in state
Kitty Hawk Elementary School
Elementary School · Dare County Schools
16 Dogwood Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#648 of 2,648
In district
#3 of 10
Dare County Schools
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Kitty Hawk Elementary School
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About Kitty Hawk Elementary School
Kitty Hawk Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kitty Hawk, NC, part of Dare County Schools. Kitty Hawk Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kitty Hawk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #648 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Kitty Hawk Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Kitty Hawk Elementary School — Students at Kitty Hawk Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
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: 6.6/10.
How Kitty Hawk Elementary School Compares
See how Kitty Hawk 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
16 Dogwood Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kitty Hawk Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Water's Edge Village School (rated 9.3/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Corolla), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weeksville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Elizabeth City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, W T Griggs Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Poplar Branch), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kitty Hawk, see our Kitty Hawk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERON POND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kitty Hawk | 3.0 mi | — |
| Dare Learning Academy Kill Devil Hills | 7.2 mi | — |
| First Flight High School Kill Devil Hills | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| First Flight Middle School Kill Devil Hills | 7.4 mi | 7.4 |
| First Flight Elementary School Kill Devil Hills | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Nags Head Elementary School Nags Head | 10.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg | 9.9 mi | 7.4 |
| JARVISBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jarvisburg | 10.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Manteo Middle School Manteo | 12.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Manteo High School Manteo | 13.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Manteo Elementary School Manteo | 13.4 mi | 5.3 |
| W T Griggs Elementary Poplar Branch | 15.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WANCHESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wanchese | 18.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Water's Edge Village School Corolla | 20.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Currituck County Middle Barco | 22.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Currituck County High Barco | 23.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Elementary Barco | 25.3 mi | 5.8 |
| The JP Knapp ECH (i)School Currituck | 28.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Weeksville Elementary Elizabeth City | 25.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Knotts Island Elementary Knotts Island | 30.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27949 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,443
Median Home Value
$600,700
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
8,094
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
83.1%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
54
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.6 |
| Efland Cheeks Elementary Efland, NC | 7.6 |
| Emereau: Bladen Elizabethtown, NC | 7.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Monroe, NC | 7.6 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops, NC | 7.6 |
| Grover Elementary Grover, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kitty Hawk Elementary School
What grades does Kitty Hawk Elementary School serve?
Kitty Hawk Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kitty Hawk Elementary School?
Kitty Hawk Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kitty Hawk Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kitty Hawk Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kitty Hawk Elementary School rank in NC?
Kitty Hawk Elementary School ranks #648 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Kitty Hawk Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kitty Hawk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Kitty Hawk Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kitty Hawk Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kitty Hawk Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kitty Hawk Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kitty Hawk Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kitty Hawk Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kitty Hawk Elementary School?
21.1% of students at Kitty Hawk 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
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (252) 261-2313
Resources & Links
District
Dare County Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,102
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,996
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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