Best Schools in Jamesville, North Carolina
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Jamesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Nersba Early College
High · Nersba Early College. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jamesville Elementary
Elementary · Martin County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Jamesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nersba Early College | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Jamesville Elementary | 8.5 / 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
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $44,511
- Median home value
- $102,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Jamesville compares
Median household income
$45k
66% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Jamesville, North Carolina
Jamesville, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Jamesville 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 Jamesville is Nersba Early College with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Jamesville is served by 2 school districts: NERSBA Early College, Martin County Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,738 students.
Jamesville's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,511. The poverty rate in the area is 20.5%.
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 | 211 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 124 students · 9th–UG | 8.5 |
Schools in Jamesville
Jamesville, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$44,511
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$703/mo
Population
2,689
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Community Profile
Jamesville has a median household income of $44,511. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,900, with a median rent of $703/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Jamesville, North Carolina
How many schools are in Jamesville, North Carolina?
Jamesville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jamesville, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jamesville is 8.5 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 Jamesville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Jamesville on MySchoolScout is Nersba Early College with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jamesville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jamesville on MySchoolScout is Jamesville Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Jamesville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Jamesville on MySchoolScout is Nersba Early College with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Jamesville, North Carolina?
Jamesville is served by 2 school districts: Nersba Early College, Martin County Schools.
What is the education level in Jamesville, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Jamesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jamesville, North Carolina?
The median household income in Jamesville is approximately $44,511 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jamesville, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jamesville is 17.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jamesville, 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.