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Best Schools in Shallotte, North Carolina

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10
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Choosing a school in Shallotte?

Use this page to compare every school in Shallotte by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Union Elementary

8.9/10

Elementary · Brunswick County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Shallotte Middle

6.7/10

Middle · Brunswick County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

West Brunswick High

6.1/10

High · Brunswick County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Shallotte for 2026 are Union Elementary (8.9/10), Shallotte Middle (6.7/10), and West Brunswick High (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$252,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Shallotte

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Union Elementary 8.9 / 10
2 Shallotte Middle 6.7 / 10
3 West Brunswick High 6.1 / 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
7.2/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$68,043

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$252,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
77%

Of occupied housing units

How Shallotte compares

North Carolina rank

#32 of 253

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above North Carolina avg (6.2)

Median household income

$68k

100% of North Carolina median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Shallotte, North Carolina

Shallotte, North Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Shallotte 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 Shallotte is Union Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Shallotte is served by 1 school district: Brunswick County Schools. These districts collectively serve 13,262 students.

Shallotte's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,043. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 28470 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 603 students · Kindergarten–5th 8.9

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 608 students · 6th–8th 6.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 1,512 students · 9th–12th 6.1

Schools in Shallotte

Shallotte, North Carolina · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,043

Median Home Value

$252,500

Median Rent

$1,060/mo

Population

10,964

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Community Profile

Shallotte has a median household income of $68,043. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,500, with a median rent of $1,060/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Shallotte, North Carolina

How many schools are in Shallotte, North Carolina?

Shallotte has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shallotte 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 Shallotte, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Shallotte on MySchoolScout is Union Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Shallotte on MySchoolScout is Union Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The top-ranked middle school in Shallotte on MySchoolScout is Shallotte Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The top-ranked high school in Shallotte on MySchoolScout is West Brunswick High with a composite score of 6.1/10.

How many school districts serve Shallotte, North Carolina?

Shallotte is served by 1 school district: Brunswick County Schools.

What is the education level in Shallotte, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Shallotte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The median household income in Shallotte is approximately $68,043 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Shallotte, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shallotte is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shallotte, 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.