Best Schools in Tryon, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Tryon Elementary School
Elementary · Polk County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$289,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$289,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tryon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tryon Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $61,731
- Median home value
- $289,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tryon compares
Median household income
$62k
91% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Tryon, North Carolina
Tryon, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Tryon 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 Tryon is Tryon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tryon is served by 1 school district: Polk County Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,156 students.
Tryon's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,731. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 386 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
Schools in Tryon
Tryon, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,731
Median Home Value
$289,700
Median Rent
$1,255/mo
Population
6,337
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Tryon has a median household income of $61,731. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $289,700, with a median rent of $1,255/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Tryon, North Carolina
How many schools are in Tryon, North Carolina?
Tryon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tryon, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tryon is 7.6 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 Tryon, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Tryon on MySchoolScout is Tryon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tryon, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tryon on MySchoolScout is Tryon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Tryon, North Carolina?
Tryon is served by 1 school district: Polk County Schools.
What is the education level in Tryon, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Tryon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tryon, North Carolina?
The median household income in Tryon is approximately $61,731 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tryon, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tryon is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tryon, 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.