Serving 644 students in grades 6-8, First Flight Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
First Flight Middle School's student population of 644 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Flight Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Flight Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#968 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Flight Middle School's ranking?
First Flight Middle School is ranked #968 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are First Flight Middle School often compared to?
First Flight Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manteo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend First Flight Middle School?
644 students attend First Flight Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of First Flight Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Flight Middle School?
First Flight Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does First Flight Middle School offer ?
First Flight Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is First Flight Middle School part of?
First Flight Middle School is part of Dare County Schools School District.
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