Best Schools in Scotland Neck, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad
Elementary · Halifax County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$79,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$79,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Scotland Neck
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 | Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $37,500
- Median home value
- $79,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Scotland Neck compares
Median household income
$38k
55% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Scotland Neck, North Carolina
Scotland Neck, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Scotland Neck 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 Scotland Neck is Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Scotland Neck is served by 1 school district: Halifax County Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,165 students.
Scotland Neck's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $37,500. The poverty rate in the area is 30.3%.
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 | 134 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Schools in Scotland Neck
Scotland Neck, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$37,500
Median Home Value
$79,500
Median Rent
$570/mo
Population
3,677
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty Rate
30.3%
Community Profile
Scotland Neck has a median household income of $37,500. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $79,500, with a median rent of $570/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Scotland Neck, North Carolina
How many schools are in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
Scotland Neck has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Scotland Neck is 7.2 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 Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Scotland Neck on MySchoolScout is Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Scotland Neck on MySchoolScout is Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
Scotland Neck is served by 1 school district: Halifax County Schools.
What is the education level in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Scotland Neck have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
The median household income in Scotland Neck is approximately $37,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Scotland Neck, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Scotland Neck is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Scotland Neck, 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.