8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ash, North Carolina

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $51,324
Median home value: $205,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Ash compares

Median household income

$51k

76% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Ash, North Carolina

Ash, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Ash perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ash is Waccamaw with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ash is served by 1 school district: Brunswick County Schools. These districts collectively serve 13,262 students.

Ash's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,324. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Waccamaw 441 students · Kindergarten–8th	441	Kindergarten–8th	8.2
2	Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary 384 students · Pre-K–5th	384	Pre-K–5th	7.9

Schools in Ash

Ash, North Carolina · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,324

Median Home Value

$205,100

Median Rent

$1,029/mo

Population

2,697

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Community Profile

Ash has a median household income of $51,324. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,100, with a median rent of $1,029/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

Brunswick County Schools

20 schools · 13,262 students

Nearby Cities

Ocean Isle Beach (1 school)

5 mi

Shallotte (3 schools)

Lake Waccamaw (2 schools)

22 mi

Bolivia (4 schools)

19 mi

Tabor City (1 school)

20 mi

Whiteville (10 schools)

23 mi

Chadbourn (1 school)

28 mi

Riegelwood (2 schools)

29 mi

Winnabow (2 schools)

27 mi

Southport (4 schools)

28 mi

Clarkton (1 school)

34 mi

Cerro Gordo (2 schools)

32 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ash, North Carolina

How many schools are in Ash, North Carolina?

Ash has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ash, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ash is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ash, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Ash on MySchoolScout is Waccamaw with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ash, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ash on MySchoolScout is Waccamaw with a composite score of 8.2/10.

How many school districts serve Ash, North Carolina?

Ash is served by 1 school district: Brunswick County Schools.

What is the education level in Ash, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Ash have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ash, North Carolina?

The median household income in Ash is approximately $51,324 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ash, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ash is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ash, North Carolina?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.