Best Schools in Cullowhee, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Cullowhee Valley School
Elementary · Jackson County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$308,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$308,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cullowhee
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 | Cullowhee Valley School | 5.1 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $43,539
- Median home value
- $308,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 36%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cullowhee compares
Median household income
$44k
64% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Cullowhee, North Carolina
Cullowhee, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Cullowhee show moderate performance 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 Cullowhee is Cullowhee Valley School with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cullowhee is served by 1 school district: Jackson County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,546 students.
Cullowhee's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,539. The poverty rate in the area is 30.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 609 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.1 |
Schools in Cullowhee
Cullowhee, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,539
Median Home Value
$308,800
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
11,427
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
36%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Community Profile
Cullowhee has a median household income of $43,539. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $308,800, with a median rent of $842/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cullowhee, North Carolina
How many schools are in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
Cullowhee has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cullowhee is 5.1 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 Cullowhee, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Cullowhee on MySchoolScout is Cullowhee Valley School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cullowhee on MySchoolScout is Cullowhee Valley School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Cullowhee, North Carolina?
Cullowhee is served by 1 school district: Jackson County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Cullowhee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
The median household income in Cullowhee is approximately $43,539 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cullowhee, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cullowhee 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 Cullowhee, 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.