7.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.1/10
Median household income: $74,561
Median home value: $237,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 37 min
Owner-occupied homes: 83%

How Hurdle Mills compares

Median household income

$75k

110% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina

Hurdle Mills, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Hurdle Mills perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Hurdle Mills is Oak Lane Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hurdle Mills is served by 1 school district: Person County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,346 students.

Hurdle Mills's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,561. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.

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

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Oak Lane Elementary 223 students · Kindergarten–5th	223	Kindergarten–5th	7.1

Schools in Hurdle Mills

Hurdle Mills, North Carolina · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$74,561

Median Home Value

$237,900

Median Rent

$1,579/mo

Population

3,862

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Community Profile

Hurdle Mills has a median household income of $74,561. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $237,900, with a median rent of $1,579/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Resources

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School District

Person County Schools

12 schools · 4,346 students

Nearby Cities

Timberlake (1 school)

Hillsborough (13 schools)

Yanceyville (3 schools)

17 mi

Haw River (2 schools)

19 mi

Reidsville (1 school)

19 mi

Durham (94 schools)

22 mi

Chapel Hill (26 schools)

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Fayetteville 85 schools Winston-salem 77 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 Hurdle Mills, North Carolina

How many schools are in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

Hurdle Mills has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hurdle Mills is 7.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Hurdle Mills on MySchoolScout is Oak Lane Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hurdle Mills on MySchoolScout is Oak Lane Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

Hurdle Mills is served by 1 school district: Person County Schools.

What is the education level in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Hurdle Mills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

The median household income in Hurdle Mills is approximately $74,561 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hurdle Mills is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hurdle Mills, 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.