Best Schools in Knotts Island, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Knotts Island Elementary
Elementary · Currituck County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$236,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$236,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Knotts Island
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knotts Island Elementary | 6.9 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $83,125
- Median home value
- $236,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 6.9 out of 10, schools in Knotts Island show moderate performance 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 Knotts Island is Knotts Island Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
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.
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- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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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 6.9 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 Knotts Island, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Knotts Island on MySchoolScout is Knotts Island Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
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 6.9/10.
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 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.