Best Schools in Taylorsville, North Carolina
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Taylorsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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West Alexander Middle
Middle · Alexander County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Alexander Early College
High · Alexander County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Taylorsville Elementary
Elementary · Alexander 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 Taylorsville for 2026 are West Alexander Middle (8.4/10), Alexander Early College (8.4/10), and Taylorsville Elementary (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$188,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$188,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 99% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Taylorsville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Taylorsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Alexander Middle | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Alexander Early College | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Taylorsville Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Alexander Central High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Bethlehem Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Ellendale Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Wittenburg Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Sugar Loaf Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Millersville Christian Academy | 4.0 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $61,343
- Median home value
- $188,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Taylorsville compares
North Carolina rank
#60 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$61k
91% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Taylorsville, North Carolina
Taylorsville, North Carolina is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville is West Alexander Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Taylorsville is served by 1 school district: Alexander County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,365 students.
Taylorsville's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,343. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 241 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 452 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | 201 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | 279 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 194 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Millersville Christian Academy
Private
167 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.0 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 463 students · 6th–8th | 8.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 169 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 1,248 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Taylorsville
Taylorsville, North Carolina · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,343
Median Home Value
$188,000
Median Rent
$719/mo
Population
26,117
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Taylorsville has a median household income of $61,343. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,000, with a median rent of $719/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Taylorsville, North Carolina
How many schools are in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
Taylorsville has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Taylorsville is 6.8 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 Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Taylorsville on MySchoolScout is West Alexander Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Taylorsville on MySchoolScout is Taylorsville Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Taylorsville on MySchoolScout is West Alexander Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Taylorsville on MySchoolScout is Alexander Early College with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Taylorsville, North Carolina?
Taylorsville is served by 1 school district: Alexander County Schools.
What is the education level in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Taylorsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The median household income in Taylorsville is approximately $61,343 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
Yes, Taylorsville has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Millersville Christian Academy with a score of 4.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Taylorsville, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Taylorsville is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Taylorsville, 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.