What grades does Cape Hatteras Secondary School serve?

Cape Hatteras Secondary School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Buxton area.

Where is Cape Hatteras Secondary School located?

Cape Hatteras Secondary School is a rural school in Buxton, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cape Hatteras Secondary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cape Hatteras Secondary School is 9.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Buxton, NC?

Schools in Buxton include Cape Hatteras Secondary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Buxton area.

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Cape Hatteras Secondary School — School Profile & District Info

High|Buxton, North Carolina|Dare County Schools

Buxton, NC 27920

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School Profile

Grades

6–12

Enrollment

363

Student:Teacher

9.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

Dare County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

50.4%

Phone

(252)995-5730

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

50-54%

Graduation Rate

>=90%

Chronic Absenteeism

22.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

4 courses offered

Gifted & Talented

Dual Enrollment

Athletics

3 sports offered

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.9:1

Better than average in NC

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,996

District-level data

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 53%Local 37%

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

364

Current enrollment

Stable(+3% 5yr)

Coming Up

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

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Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus Day (No School)	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	End 1st 9 Weeks (48 Days)	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Begin 2nd 9 Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Inservice Day	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	PT Conf Make Up Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	1st Day Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	Staff and Students Return	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	1st Day of Christmas Break	Break	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Christmas Break	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Pay Day	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Inservice day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School for Students	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	End 2nd 9 Weeks (45 Days)	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day No School	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Begin 3rd 9 Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	PT Conf. Make Up Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents’ Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	End 3rd 9 Weeks (43 Days)	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Begin 4th 9 Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	Staff and Students Return	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Primary Election Day	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Inservice Day (TBA)	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—
Fri, Jun 25, 2027	Pay Day	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Hatteras Secondary School

Cape Hatteras Secondary School has a total enrollment of 363 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Buxton, NC.