CAPE HATTERAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cape Hatteras Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dare County Schools school district, located in Buxton, NC with about 305 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Cape Hatteras Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cape Hatteras Elementary School (CHES), located in the coastal community of Buxton, North Carolina, serves as a vital educational hub for students living on Hatteras Island. As part of the Dare County Schools system, the institution focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with the unique culture of the Outer Banks. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing foundational literacy, mathematics, and social development within a close-knit community atmosphere.

The school is deeply integrated into the local area, often leveraging its unique geography to enhance student experiences. By maintaining a strong partnership with families and the surrounding community, Cape Hatteras Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond. Through its official website, the school provides parents and guardians with access to academic resources, extracurricular information, and updates regarding the school’s commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging educational experience for all its students.

For more information, contact Cape Hatteras Elementary School at (252) 995-6196 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.