Best Schools in Rose Hill, North Carolina
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Rose Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Union High
High · Sampson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary
Elementary · Duplin County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$114,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rose Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Union High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary | 3.2 / 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
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $37,128
- Median home value
- $114,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rose Hill compares
Median household income
$37k
55% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Rose Hill, North Carolina
Rose Hill, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Rose Hill 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 Rose Hill is Union High with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rose Hill is served by 2 school districts: Duplin County Schools, Sampson County Schools. These districts collectively serve 17,921 students.
Rose Hill's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $37,128. The poverty rate in the area is 20.5%.
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 | 1,114 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 484 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Rose Hill
Rose Hill, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$37,128
Median Home Value
$114,600
Median Rent
$701/mo
Population
5,768
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Community Profile
Rose Hill has a median household income of $37,128. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,600, with a median rent of $701/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rose Hill, North Carolina
How many schools are in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
Rose Hill has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rose Hill is 4.7 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 Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Rose Hill on MySchoolScout is Union High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rose Hill on MySchoolScout is Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best high school in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Rose Hill on MySchoolScout is Union High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Rose Hill, North Carolina?
Rose Hill is served by 2 school districts: Duplin County Schools, Sampson County Schools.
What is the education level in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Rose Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The median household income in Rose Hill is approximately $37,128 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rose Hill, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rose Hill is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rose Hill, 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.