Best Schools in Linden, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$214,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$214,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $63,592
- Median home value
- $214,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Linden compares
Median household income
$64k
94% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Linden, North Carolina
Linden, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Linden 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 Linden is Raleigh Road Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Linden is served by 1 school district: Cumberland County Schools. These districts collectively serve 49,314 students.
Linden's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,592. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
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 | 197 students · Kindergarten–1st | 5.6 |
Schools in Linden
Linden, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,592
Median Home Value
$214,900
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
5,747
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Linden has a median household income of $63,592. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,900, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. 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 Linden, North Carolina
How many schools are in Linden, North Carolina?
Linden has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Linden, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Linden is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Linden, North Carolina?
Linden is served by 1 school district: Cumberland County Schools.
What is the education level in Linden, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Linden have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Linden, North Carolina?
The median household income in Linden is approximately $63,592 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Linden, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Linden is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Linden, 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.