Best Schools in Etowah, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Etowah Elementary
Elementary · Henderson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$305,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$305,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Etowah
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 | Etowah Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $81,326
- Median home value
- $305,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Etowah compares
Median household income
$81k
120% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Etowah, North Carolina
Etowah, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Etowah 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 Etowah is Etowah Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Etowah is served by 1 school district: Henderson County Schools. These districts collectively serve 12,660 students.
Etowah's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,326. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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 | 300 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
Schools in Etowah
Etowah, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,326
Median Home Value
$305,600
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
3,386
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Etowah has a median household income of $81,326. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $305,600, with a median rent of $1,654/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Etowah, North Carolina
How many schools are in Etowah, North Carolina?
Etowah has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Etowah, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Etowah is 7.0 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 Etowah, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Etowah on MySchoolScout is Etowah Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Etowah, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Etowah on MySchoolScout is Etowah Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Etowah, North Carolina?
Etowah is served by 1 school district: Henderson County Schools.
What is the education level in Etowah, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Etowah have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Etowah, North Carolina?
The median household income in Etowah is approximately $81,326 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Etowah, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Etowah is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Etowah, 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.