6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Haw River, North Carolina

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $71,875
Median home value: $198,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 83%

How Haw River compares

Median household income

$72k

106% of North Carolina median

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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Haw River show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Haw River is Alamance Community School with a composite score of 6.7/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Alamance Community School 633 students · Kindergarten–6th	633	Kindergarten–6th	6.7
2	Haw River Elementary 554 students · Pre-K–5th	554	Pre-K–5th	5.7

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.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

Alamance-Burlington Schools

38 schools · 22,477 students

Alamance Community School

1 school · 633 students

Nearby Cities

Burlington (21 schools)

Gibsonville (3 schools)

13 mi

Hillsborough (13 schools)

14 mi

Sedalia (1 school)

15 mi

Mc Leansville (1 school)

17 mi

Hurdle Mills (1 school)

19 mi

Carrboro (2 schools)

20 mi

Yanceyville (3 schools)

23 mi

Mcleansville (4 schools)

18 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Haw River, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Haw River on MySchoolScout is Alamance Community School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Haw River, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Haw River on MySchoolScout is Alamance Community School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.