5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Tar Heel, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.9/10
Median household income: $72,019
Median home value: $107,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Tar Heel compares

Median household income

$72k

106% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Tar Heel, North Carolina

Tar Heel, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Tar Heel show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Tar Heel is Tar Heel School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tar Heel is served by 1 school district: Bladen County Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,843 students.

Tar Heel's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,019. The poverty rate in the area is 26.6%.

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

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Tar Heel School 255 students · Pre-K–8th	255	Pre-K–8th	5.9

Schools in Tar Heel

Tar Heel, North Carolina · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,019

Median Home Value

$107,800

Median Rent

$742/mo

Population

1,564

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

73%

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Community Profile

Tar Heel has a median household income of $72,019. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $107,800, with a median rent of $742/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Resources

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School District

Bladen County Schools

12 schools · 3,843 students

Nearby Cities

Dublin (2 schools)

7 mi

Bladenboro (3 schools)

12 mi

Saint Pauls (3 schools)

11 mi

Elizabethtown (7 schools)

14 mi

Lumberton (17 schools)

14 mi

Hope Mills (12 schools)

Fayetteville (85 schools)

23 mi

Lumber Bridge (2 schools)

22 mi

Eastover (2 schools)

26 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 Winston-salem 77 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 Tar Heel, North Carolina

How many schools are in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

Tar Heel has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tar Heel is 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Tar Heel on MySchoolScout is Tar Heel School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Tar Heel on MySchoolScout is Tar Heel School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Tar Heel, North Carolina?

Tar Heel is served by 1 school district: Bladen County Schools.

What is the education level in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Tar Heel have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

The median household income in Tar Heel is approximately $72,019 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tar Heel is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tar Heel, 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.