Best Schools in Blowing Rock, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Blowing Rock Elementary
Elementary · Watauga County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$449,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.4
out of 10
Median Home
$449,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Blowing Rock
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blowing Rock Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.4/10
- Median household income
- $74,865
- Median home value
- $449,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Blowing Rock compares
Median household income
$75k
110% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Blowing Rock, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, schools in Blowing Rock perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Blowing Rock is Blowing Rock Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Blowing Rock is served by 1 school district: Watauga County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,746 students.
Blowing Rock's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,865. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 431 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.4 |
Schools in Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,865
Median Home Value
$449,500
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
3,471
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Blowing Rock has a median household income of $74,865. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $449,500, with a median rent of $1,105/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Blowing Rock, North Carolina
How many schools are in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
Blowing Rock has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blowing Rock is 8.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Blowing Rock on MySchoolScout is Blowing Rock Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blowing Rock on MySchoolScout is Blowing Rock Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
Blowing Rock is served by 1 school district: Watauga County Schools.
What is the education level in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Blowing Rock have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
The median household income in Blowing Rock is approximately $74,865 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blowing Rock, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blowing Rock is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blowing Rock, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.