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5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lowgap, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.6/10
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Cedar Ridge Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary · Surry County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

1

in this city

Avg Score

5.6

out of 10

Median Home

$182,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Lowgap

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 Cedar Ridge Elementary 5.6 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.6/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,395

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$182,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
87%

Of occupied housing units

How Lowgap compares

Median household income

$61k

91% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Lowgap, North Carolina

Lowgap, 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 Lowgap 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 Lowgap is Cedar Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lowgap is served by 1 school district: Surry County Schools. These districts collectively serve 7,352 students.

Lowgap's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,395. The poverty rate in the area is 15.6%.

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
1 360 students · Pre-K–5th 5.6

Schools in Lowgap

Lowgap, North Carolina · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,395

Median Home Value

$182,300

Median Rent

$596/mo

Population

2,362

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

87%

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Community Profile

Lowgap has a median household income of $61,395. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,300, with a median rent of $596/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lowgap, North Carolina

How many schools are in Lowgap, North Carolina?

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

What is the average school rating in Lowgap, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lowgap is 5.6 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 Lowgap, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Lowgap on MySchoolScout is Cedar Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lowgap, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lowgap on MySchoolScout is Cedar Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Lowgap, North Carolina?

Lowgap is served by 1 school district: Surry County Schools.

What is the education level in Lowgap, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Lowgap have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lowgap, North Carolina?

The median household income in Lowgap is approximately $61,395 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lowgap is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lowgap, 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.