Summary:
The city of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The schools in this area demonstrate a range of performance, with First Flight High School and First Flight Middle School consistently ranking among the top schools in North Carolina, while the alternative Dare Learning Academy faces significant challenges.
First Flight High School and First Flight Middle School stand out as the top-performing schools in the area, with 4-star ratings from SchoolDigger and strong results on state assessments. First Flight High School outperforms the state and district averages on End-of-Course (EOC) exams, particularly in English II and Math III, while First Flight Middle School excels in 8th-grade science. In contrast, the alternative Dare Learning Academy significantly underperforms on EOC exams, highlighting the challenges faced by alternative schools in providing quality education.
The data also reveals disparities in spending per student, with Dare Learning Academy spending the most at $20,105 per student, while First Flight High School and First Flight Middle School spend $10,945 and $10,240 per student, respectively. Additionally, the schools in the area have a predominantly white student population, with First Flight Elementary School having the highest percentage of Hispanic students at 17.81%. These insights provide a comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, and can inform decision-making to ensure equitable and high-quality education for all students in the Dare County Schools district.
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