8.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sugar Grove, North Carolina

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.4/10
Median household income: $64,833
Median home value: $282,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 36%
Owner-occupied homes: 87%

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 8.4 out of 10, schools in Sugar Grove perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sugar Grove is Valle Crucis Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Valle Crucis Elementary 345 students · Pre-K–8th	345	Pre-K–8th	8.6
2	Bethel Elementary 143 students · Pre-K–8th	143	Pre-K–8th	8.3

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.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.4/10

Resources

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School District

Watauga County Schools

11 schools · 4,746 students

Nearby Cities

Banner Elk (1 school)

Blowing Rock (1 school)

11 mi

Newland (4 schools)

16 mi

Crossnore (2 schools)

17 mi

West Jefferson (3 schools)

20 mi

Collettsville (1 school)

24 mi

Warrensville (2 schools)

22 mi

Jefferson (1 school)

24 mi

Bakersville (3 schools)

25 mi

Spruce Pine (7 schools)

27 mi

Lenoir (13 schools)

28 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 8.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Sugar Grove on MySchoolScout is Valle Crucis Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sugar Grove, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sugar Grove on MySchoolScout is Valle Crucis Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.