8.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Chadbourn, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.7/10
Median household income: $32,244
Median home value: $89,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 65%

How Chadbourn compares

Median household income

$32k

48% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Chadbourn, North Carolina

Chadbourn, 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 Chadbourn perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Chadbourn is Chadbourn Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Chadbourn is served by 1 school district: Columbus County Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,360 students.

Chadbourn's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $32,244. The poverty rate in the area is 36.8%.

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

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Chadbourn Elementary 199 students · Kindergarten–5th	199	Kindergarten–5th	8.7

Schools in Chadbourn

Chadbourn, North Carolina · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$32,244

Median Home Value

$89,700

Median Rent

$736/mo

Population

6,104

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Community Profile

Chadbourn has a median household income of $32,244. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,700, with a median rent of $736/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Resources

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School District

Columbus County Schools

12 schools · 5,360 students

Nearby Cities

Whiteville (10 schools)

6 mi

Cerro Gordo (2 schools)

6 mi

Tabor City (1 school)

Bladenboro (3 schools)

17 mi

Nakina (1 school)

18 mi

Lake Waccamaw (2 schools)

Lumberton (17 schools)

24 mi

Elizabethtown (7 schools)

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 Chadbourn, North Carolina

How many schools are in Chadbourn, North Carolina?

Chadbourn has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Chadbourn is 8.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Chadbourn on MySchoolScout is Chadbourn Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Chadbourn on MySchoolScout is Chadbourn Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Chadbourn, North Carolina?

Chadbourn is served by 1 school district: Columbus County Schools.

What is the education level in Chadbourn, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Chadbourn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Chadbourn, North Carolina?

The median household income in Chadbourn is approximately $32,244 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Chadbourn is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Chadbourn, 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.