Best Schools in Old Fort, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Old Fort Elementary School
Elementary · Mcdowell County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$176,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$176,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Old Fort
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 | Old Fort Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $52,269
- Median home value
- $176,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Old Fort compares
Median household income
$52k
77% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Old Fort, North Carolina
Old Fort, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Old Fort 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 Old Fort is Old Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Old Fort is served by 1 school district: McDowell County Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,661 students.
Old Fort's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,269. The poverty rate in the area is 12.9%.
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 | 319 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
Schools in Old Fort
Old Fort, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,269
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$757/mo
Population
6,305
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Community Profile
Old Fort has a median household income of $52,269. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,300, with a median rent of $757/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Old Fort, North Carolina
How many schools are in Old Fort, North Carolina?
Old Fort has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Old Fort, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Old Fort is 7.7 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 Old Fort, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Old Fort on MySchoolScout is Old Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Old Fort, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Old Fort on MySchoolScout is Old Fort Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Old Fort, North Carolina?
Old Fort is served by 1 school district: Mcdowell County Schools.
What is the education level in Old Fort, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Old Fort have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Old Fort, North Carolina?
The median household income in Old Fort is approximately $52,269 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Old Fort, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Old Fort is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Old Fort, 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.