Best Schools in Sugar Grove, North Carolina
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Bethel Elementary
Elementary · Watauga County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valle Crucis Elementary
Elementary · Watauga County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$282,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$282,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sugar Grove
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 | Bethel Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Valle Crucis Elementary | 6.6 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $64,833
- Median home value
- $282,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sugar Grove compares
Median household income
$65k
96% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Sugar Grove, North Carolina
Sugar Grove, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Sugar Grove 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 Sugar Grove is Bethel Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sugar Grove is served by 1 school district: Watauga County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,746 students.
Sugar Grove's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,833. The poverty rate in the area is 13.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 143 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 345 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 |
Schools in Sugar Grove
Sugar Grove, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,833
Median Home Value
$282,400
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
2,535
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Community Profile
Sugar Grove has a median household income of $64,833. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,400, with a median rent of $1,049/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sugar Grove, North Carolina
How many schools are in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
Sugar Grove has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sugar Grove is 7.0 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 Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Sugar Grove on MySchoolScout is Bethel Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sugar Grove on MySchoolScout is Bethel Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
Sugar Grove is served by 1 school district: Watauga County Schools.
What is the education level in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Sugar Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
The median household income in Sugar Grove is approximately $64,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sugar Grove is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sugar Grove, 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.