Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cape Hatteras Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cape Hatteras Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cape Hatteras Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
At Cape Hatteras Elementary School, our students and staff are committed to doing their best each day. We value excellence in all that we do.
School Rankings
Cape Hatteras Elementary School 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 Cape Hatteras Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1537 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dare County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Hatteras Elementary School's ranking?
Cape Hatteras Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cape Hatteras Elementary School?
284 students attend Cape Hatteras Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cape Hatteras Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cape Hatteras Elementary School?
Cape Hatteras Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cape Hatteras Elementary School offer ?
Cape Hatteras Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cape Hatteras Elementary School part of?
Cape Hatteras Elementary School is part of Dare County Schools.
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