CAPE HATTERAS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Cape Hatteras Secondary School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Dare County Schools school district, located in Buxton, NC with about 350 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 32 teachers, Cape Hatteras Secondary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Secondary School (CHSS), located in the coastal community of Buxton, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Dare County Schools system, the institution is uniquely situated on the barrier islands of the Outer Banks, reflecting the tight-knit, resilient, and maritime-oriented culture of the Hatteras Island community. The school is committed to fostering academic excellence while leveraging its distinct geographic location to provide students with diverse learning experiences that extend beyond the traditional classroom.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce, offering a range of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on small class sizes and personalized instruction, Cape Hatteras Secondary aims to nurture the individual talents of its students while encouraging community involvement. Whether through its athletic programs, academic clubs, or commitment to local environmental stewardship, the school serves as a vital anchor for the families of Hatteras Island, dedicated to shaping well-rounded, responsible citizens in an ever-evolving world.

For more information, contact Cape Hatteras Secondary School at (252) 995-5730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.