FIRST FLIGHT MIDDLE SCHOOL
First Flight Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Dare County Schools school district, located in Kill Devil Hills, NC with about 660 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, First Flight Middle 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.
First Flight Middle School, located in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, serves as a prominent educational hub within the Dare County Schools district. Situated in the heart of the Outer Banks, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth for middle-grades students. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum and supportive learning environment, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, reflecting the values and standards of the broader Dare County educational system.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student engagement, leveraging its unique coastal location to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing access to essential resources, athletic schedules, and academic calendars. As part of a district known for its commitment to "daring to learn," First Flight Middle School prioritizes both the intellectual development and the social-emotional well-being of its student body, striving to create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages curiosity and civic responsibility.
For more information, contact First Flight Middle School at (252) 441-8888 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-8888
http://ffm.daretolearn.org
FIRST FLIGHT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Kill Devil Hills, NC with about 660 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Dare County Schools
- Total Students:
- 660
- Teachers:
- 48.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 660 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FIRST FLIGHT MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 44.7%
- Male
- 55.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.