Serving 31 students in grades 9-13, Hyde Academy 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hyde Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hyde Academy's student population of 31 students has declined by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
31 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hyde Academy 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 Hyde Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1509 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
21%

Black
29%
25%

White
52%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyde Academy's ranking?
Hyde Academy is ranked #1509 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hyde Academy often compared to?
Hyde Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ocracoke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hyde Academy?
The graduation rate of Hyde Academy is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hyde Academy?
31 students attend Hyde Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hyde Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Hyde Academy offer ?
Hyde Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Hyde Academy part of?
Hyde Academy is part of Hyde County Schools School District.
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