Best Schools in Spring Lake, North Carolina
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Spring Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Anderson Creek Academy
Elementary · Anderson Creek Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Manchester Elementary
Elementary · Cumberland County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Overhills Elementary
Elementary · Harnett 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 Spring Lake for 2026 are Anderson Creek Academy (8.2/10), Manchester Elementary (5.9/10), and Overhills Elementary (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$195,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$195,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Spring Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anderson Creek Academy | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Manchester Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Overhills Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Overhills Middle | 4.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Spring Lake Middle | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | William T Brown Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Overhills High | 3.8 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $58,750
- Median home value
- $195,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spring Lake compares
North Carolina rank
#218 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$59k
87% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Spring Lake, North Carolina
Spring Lake, North Carolina is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake is Anderson Creek Academy with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spring Lake is served by 3 school districts: Cumberland County Schools, Anderson Creek Academy, Harnett County Schools. These districts collectively serve 69,639 students.
Spring Lake's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,750. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 292 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 253 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 897 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 554 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 829 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 516 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,024 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
Schools in Spring Lake
Spring Lake, North Carolina · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
24,158
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Community Profile
Spring Lake has a median household income of $58,750. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,200, with a median rent of $1,151/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Spring Lake, North Carolina
How many schools are in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
Spring Lake has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spring Lake is 5.3 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 Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Anderson Creek Academy with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Anderson Creek Academy with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Overhills Middle with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Spring Lake on MySchoolScout is Overhills High with a composite score of 3.8/10.
How many school districts serve Spring Lake, North Carolina?
Spring Lake is served by 3 school districts: Cumberland County Schools, Anderson Creek Academy, Harnett County Schools.
What is the education level in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Spring Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The median household income in Spring Lake is approximately $58,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spring Lake, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spring Lake is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spring Lake, 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.