Best Schools in Ferguson, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Elementary · Wilkes County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Income
$36,345
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Income
$36,345
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ferguson
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 | Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $36,345
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ferguson compares
Median household income
$36k
54% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Ferguson, North Carolina
Ferguson, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Ferguson 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 Ferguson is Mount Pleasant Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ferguson is served by 1 school district: Wilkes County Schools. These districts collectively serve 8,625 students.
Ferguson's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,345. The poverty rate in the area is 14.0%.
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 | 233 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
Schools in Ferguson
Ferguson, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,345
Median Rent
$561/mo
Population
1,368
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
70%
Poverty Rate
14.0%
Community Profile
Ferguson has a median household income of $36,345. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Ferguson, North Carolina
How many schools are in Ferguson, North Carolina?
Ferguson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ferguson, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ferguson is 4.6 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 Ferguson, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Ferguson on MySchoolScout is Mount Pleasant Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ferguson, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ferguson on MySchoolScout is Mount Pleasant Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Ferguson, North Carolina?
Ferguson is served by 1 school district: Wilkes County Schools.
What is the education level in Ferguson, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Ferguson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ferguson, North Carolina?
The median household income in Ferguson is approximately $36,345 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ferguson, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ferguson is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ferguson, 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.