Best Schools in Deep Run, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 High
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South Lenoir High
High · Lenoir 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
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$80,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$80,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Deep Run
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 | South Lenoir High | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $53,750
- Median home value
- $80,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Deep Run compares
Median household income
$54k
79% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Deep Run, North Carolina
Deep Run, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Deep Run 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 Deep Run is South Lenoir High with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Deep Run is served by 1 school district: Lenoir County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 8,372 students.
Deep Run's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,750. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 764 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Deep Run
Deep Run, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,750
Median Home Value
$80,200
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
2,684
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Community Profile
Deep Run has a median household income of $53,750. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $80,200, with a median rent of $756/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Deep Run, North Carolina
How many schools are in Deep Run, North Carolina?
Deep Run has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Deep Run, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Deep Run is 5.7 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 Deep Run, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Deep Run on MySchoolScout is South Lenoir High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Deep Run, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Deep Run on MySchoolScout is South Lenoir High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Deep Run, North Carolina?
Deep Run is served by 1 school district: Lenoir County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Deep Run, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Deep Run have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Deep Run, North Carolina?
The median household income in Deep Run is approximately $53,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Deep Run, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Deep Run is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Deep Run, 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.