Best Schools in Lake Lure, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Other
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Lake Lure Classical Academy
Other · Lake Lure Classical Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$433,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$433,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Lure
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 | Lake Lure Classical Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $65,703
- Median home value
- $433,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Lure compares
Median household income
$66k
97% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Lake Lure, North Carolina
Lake Lure, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Lake Lure 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 Lake Lure is Lake Lure Classical Academy with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Lure is served by 1 school district: Lake Lure Classical Academy. These districts collectively serve 449 students.
Lake Lure's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,703. The poverty rate in the area is 14.3%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 449 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Lake Lure
Lake Lure, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,703
Median Home Value
$433,100
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
2,734
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Community Profile
Lake Lure has a median household income of $65,703. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $433,100, with a median rent of $983/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- North Carolina
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lake Lure, North Carolina
How many schools are in Lake Lure, North Carolina?
Lake Lure has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Lure, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Lure is 7.0 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 Lake Lure, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Lake Lure on MySchoolScout is Lake Lure Classical Academy with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Lure, North Carolina?
Lake Lure is served by 1 school district: Lake Lure Classical Academy.
What is the education level in Lake Lure, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Lake Lure have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Lure, North Carolina?
The median household income in Lake Lure is approximately $65,703 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Lure, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Lure is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Lure, 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.