Best Schools in Haw River, North Carolina
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Haw River by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Haw River Elementary
Elementary · Alamance-Burlington Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Alamance Community School
Elementary · Alamance Community School. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$198,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$198,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Haw River schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Haw River
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haw River Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Alamance Community School | 4.9 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $71,875
- Median home value
- $198,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Haw River compares
Median household income
$72k
106% of North Carolina median
Haw River's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Haw River. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Alamance Community School (1), Alamance-Burlington Schools (1).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.9 to 6.4 — the spread is inside Haw River, not a citywide average.
- Alamance Community School1 public · 50%
- Alamance-Burlington Schools1 public · 50%
About Schools in Haw River, North Carolina
Haw River, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Haw River show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Haw River is Haw River Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Haw River is served by 2 school districts: Alamance-Burlington Schools, Alamance Community School. These districts collectively serve 23,110 students.
Haw River's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,875. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 554 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 633 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.9 |
Schools in Haw River
Haw River, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,875
Median Home Value
$198,000
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
7,162
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Haw River has a median household income of $71,875. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $198,000, with a median rent of $856/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Haw River, North Carolina
How many schools are in Haw River, North Carolina?
Haw River has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Haw River, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Haw River 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 Haw River, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Haw River on MySchoolScout is Haw River Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Haw River, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Haw River on MySchoolScout is Haw River Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Haw River, North Carolina?
Haw River is served by 2 school districts: Alamance-Burlington Schools, Alamance Community School.
What is the education level in Haw River, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Haw River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Haw River, North Carolina?
The median household income in Haw River is approximately $71,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Haw River, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Haw River is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Haw River, 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.