For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 947 students in 27948, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27948, NC are First Flight Middle School and First Flight Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27948 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27948, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27948, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
First Flight Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
109 Veterans Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-8888
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-8888
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
First Flight Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
107 Veterans Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-1111
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 441-1111
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27948, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27948, NC include First Flight Middle School and First Flight Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27948?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27948.
What is the racial composition of students in 27948?
27948 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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