Best Schools in Polkton, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 High
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Anson Co. Early College High
High · Anson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$211,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$211,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Polkton
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 | Anson Co. Early College High | 8.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $65,313
- Median home value
- $211,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Polkton compares
Median household income
$65k
96% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Polkton, North Carolina
Polkton, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Polkton 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 Polkton is Anson Co. Early College High with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Polkton is served by 1 school district: Anson County Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,912 students.
Polkton's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,313. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 216 students · 9th–UG | 8.3 |
Schools in Polkton
Polkton, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,313
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
5,087
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Polkton has a median household income of $65,313. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $211,900, with a median rent of $962/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- North Carolina
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Polkton, North Carolina
How many schools are in Polkton, North Carolina?
Polkton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Polkton, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Polkton is 8.3 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 Polkton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Polkton on MySchoolScout is Anson Co. Early College High with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Polkton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Polkton on MySchoolScout is Anson Co. Early College High with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Polkton, North Carolina?
Polkton is served by 1 school district: Anson County Schools.
What is the education level in Polkton, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Polkton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Polkton, North Carolina?
The median household income in Polkton is approximately $65,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Polkton, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Polkton is 19.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Polkton, 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.