Best Schools in Carolina Beach, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Carolina Beach Elementary
Elementary · New Hanover County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$490,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$490,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carolina Beach
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 | Carolina Beach Elementary | 8.7 / 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
- 8.7/10
- Median household income
- $87,670
- Median home value
- $490,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carolina Beach compares
Median household income
$88k
129% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Carolina Beach, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Carolina Beach 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 Carolina Beach is Carolina Beach Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carolina Beach is served by 1 school district: New Hanover County Schools. These districts collectively serve 25,028 students.
Carolina Beach's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,670. The poverty rate in the area is 8.4%.
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 | 432 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
Schools in Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,670
Median Home Value
$490,100
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
7,034
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Carolina Beach has a median household income of $87,670. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $490,100, with a median rent of $1,515/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Carolina Beach, North Carolina
How many schools are in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
Carolina Beach has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carolina Beach is 8.7 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 Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Carolina Beach on MySchoolScout is Carolina Beach Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carolina Beach on MySchoolScout is Carolina Beach Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
Carolina Beach is served by 1 school district: New Hanover County Schools.
What is the education level in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Carolina Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
The median household income in Carolina Beach is approximately $87,670 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carolina Beach, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carolina Beach is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carolina Beach, 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.