Best Schools in Ellenboro, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Ellenboro Elementary School
Elementary · Rutherford County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$148,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$148,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ellenboro
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 | Ellenboro Elementary School | 8.1 / 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
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $57,989
- Median home value
- $148,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ellenboro compares
Median household income
$58k
86% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Ellenboro, North Carolina
Ellenboro, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Ellenboro 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 Ellenboro is Ellenboro Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ellenboro is served by 1 school district: Rutherford County Schools. These districts collectively serve 7,409 students.
Ellenboro's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,989. The poverty rate in the area is 11.7%.
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 | 558 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Schools in Ellenboro
Ellenboro, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,989
Median Home Value
$148,000
Median Rent
$697/mo
Population
7,047
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Community Profile
Ellenboro has a median household income of $57,989. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $148,000, with a median rent of $697/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. The average commute for residents is 24 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 Ellenboro, North Carolina
How many schools are in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
Ellenboro has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ellenboro is 8.1 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 Ellenboro, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Ellenboro on MySchoolScout is Ellenboro Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ellenboro on MySchoolScout is Ellenboro Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Ellenboro, North Carolina?
Ellenboro is served by 1 school district: Rutherford County Schools.
What is the education level in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Ellenboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
The median household income in Ellenboro is approximately $57,989 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ellenboro, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ellenboro is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ellenboro, 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.