9.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Knotts Island, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 9.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 9.3/10
Median household income: $83,125
Median home value: $236,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Owner-occupied homes: 90%

How Knotts Island compares

Median household income

$83k

123% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Knotts Island, North Carolina

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

With an average rating of 9.3 out of 10, schools in Knotts Island perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Knotts Island is Knotts Island Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Knotts Island is served by 1 school district: Currituck County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,554 students.

Knotts Island's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,125. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Knotts Island Elementary 90 students · Kindergarten–5th	90	Kindergarten–5th	9.3

Schools in Knotts Island

Knotts Island, North Carolina · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$83,125

Median Home Value

$236,500

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

1,786

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

90%

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Community Profile

Knotts Island has a median household income of $83,125. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,500, with a median rent of $1,331/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 9.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Knotts Island schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Knotts Island 📊 Niche Knotts Island Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Currituck County Schools

10 schools · 4,554 students

Nearby Cities

Poplar Branch (1 school)

Jarvisburg (2 schools)

22 mi

Elizabeth City (19 schools)

23 mi

Kitty Hawk (2 schools)

32 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 Knotts Island, North Carolina

How many schools are in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

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

What is the average school rating in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Knotts Island is 9.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Knotts Island on MySchoolScout is Knotts Island Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Knotts Island on MySchoolScout is Knotts Island Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.

How many school districts serve Knotts Island, North Carolina?

Knotts Island is served by 1 school district: Currituck County Schools.

What is the education level in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Knotts Island have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

The median household income in Knotts Island is approximately $83,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Knotts Island, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Knotts Island is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Knotts Island, 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.