Best Schools in Browns Summit, North Carolina
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Browns Summit by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Brown Summit Middle
Middle · Guilford County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary
Elementary · Guilford County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Piedmont Classical High School
High · Piedmont Classical High School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Browns Summit for 2026 are Brown Summit Middle (9.1/10), Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary (7.6/10), and Piedmont Classical High School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$298,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$298,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Browns Summit
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brown Summit Middle | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Piedmont Classical High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Summit Creek Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Monticello-brown Summit Elem | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $78,482
- Median home value
- $298,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Browns Summit compares
North Carolina rank
#34 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$78k
116% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Browns Summit, North Carolina
Browns Summit, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Browns Summit 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 Browns Summit is Brown Summit Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Browns Summit is served by 3 school districts: Piedmont Classical High School, Summit Creek Academy, Guilford County Schools. These districts collectively serve 69,004 students.
Browns Summit's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,482. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 458 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 706 students · Kindergarten–7th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 302 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 238 students · 6th–8th | 9.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 466 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Browns Summit
Browns Summit, North Carolina · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,482
Median Home Value
$298,200
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
14,929
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Browns Summit has a median household income of $78,482. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $298,200, with a median rent of $1,178/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Browns Summit, North Carolina
How many schools are in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
Browns Summit has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Browns Summit is 7.2 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 Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Browns Summit on MySchoolScout is Brown Summit Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Browns Summit on MySchoolScout is Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Browns Summit on MySchoolScout is Brown Summit Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Browns Summit on MySchoolScout is Piedmont Classical High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Browns Summit, North Carolina?
Browns Summit is served by 3 school districts: Piedmont Classical High School, Summit Creek Academy, Guilford County Schools.
What is the education level in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Browns Summit have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The median household income in Browns Summit is approximately $78,482 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Browns Summit, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Browns Summit is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Browns Summit, 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.