Best Schools in Roaring River, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Roaring River Elementary School
Elementary · Wilkes 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
$137,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$137,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Roaring River
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 | Roaring River Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $51,802
- Median home value
- $137,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Roaring River compares
Median household income
$52k
76% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Roaring River, North Carolina
Roaring River, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Roaring River 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 Roaring River is Roaring River Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Roaring River is served by 1 school district: Wilkes County Schools. These districts collectively serve 8,625 students.
Roaring River's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,802. The poverty rate in the area is 18.6%.
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 | 192 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
Schools in Roaring River
Roaring River, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,802
Median Home Value
$137,700
Population
2,828
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
92%
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Community Profile
Roaring River has a median household income of $51,802. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,700. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Roaring River, North Carolina
How many schools are in Roaring River, North Carolina?
Roaring River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Roaring River, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Roaring River 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 Roaring River, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Roaring River on MySchoolScout is Roaring River Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Roaring River, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Roaring River on MySchoolScout is Roaring River Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Roaring River, North Carolina?
Roaring River is served by 1 school district: Wilkes County Schools.
What is the education level in Roaring River, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Roaring River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Roaring River, North Carolina?
The median household income in Roaring River is approximately $51,802 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Roaring River, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Roaring River is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Roaring River, 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.