Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, First Flight Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: First Flight Middle School serves the northern part of Kill Devil Hills, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 33.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Flight Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
First Flight Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
First Flight Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of First Flight Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)67%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #398 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend First Flight Middle School?
604 students attend First Flight Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of First Flight Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of First Flight Middle School?
First Flight Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does First Flight Middle School offer ?
First Flight Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is First Flight Middle School part of?
First Flight Middle School is part of Dare County Schools.
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