Serving 47 students in grades 9-13, Hyde Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattamuskeet Early College High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Swanquarter, NC, covering an area of approximately 1,459 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 18.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a furthest boundary reaching 32.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hyde Academy's student population of 47 students has declined by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Believe that all students should be provided opportunities to learn using the best resources and most current technology.
School Rankings
Hyde Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hyde Academy is 0.57, 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
#1509 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
53%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)100%
33.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyde Academy's ranking?
Hyde Academy is ranked #1509 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hyde Academy often compared to?
Hyde Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ocracoke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hyde Academy?
The graduation rate of Hyde Academy is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hyde Academy?
47 students attend Hyde Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hyde Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Hyde Academy offer ?
Hyde Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hyde Academy part of?
Hyde Academy is part of Hyde County Schools.
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