Best Schools in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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T C Henderson
Elementary · Transylvania County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$256,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$256,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Toxaway
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 | T C Henderson | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $60,405
- Median home value
- $256,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Toxaway compares
Median household income
$60k
89% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
Lake Toxaway, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway is T C Henderson with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Toxaway is served by 1 school district: Transylvania County Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,317 students.
Lake Toxaway's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,405. The poverty rate in the area is 20.9%.
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 | 129 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
Schools in Lake Toxaway
Lake Toxaway, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,405
Median Home Value
$256,000
Population
2,216
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
94%
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Community Profile
Lake Toxaway has a median household income of $60,405. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,000. The area has a poverty rate of 20.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
How many schools are in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
Lake Toxaway 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 Toxaway, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Toxaway is 5.7 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 Toxaway, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Lake Toxaway on MySchoolScout is T C Henderson with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Toxaway on MySchoolScout is T C Henderson with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
Lake Toxaway is served by 1 school district: Transylvania County Schools.
What is the education level in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Lake Toxaway have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
The median household income in Lake Toxaway is approximately $60,405 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Toxaway is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Toxaway, 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.