Best Schools in Walnut Cove, North Carolina
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Walnut Cove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Stokes Early College High School
High · Stokes County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Stokes High School
High · Stokes County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walnut Cove Elementary School
Elementary · Stokes 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 Walnut Cove for 2026 are Stokes Early College High School (8.7/10), South Stokes High School (7.8/10), and Walnut Cove Elementary School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$182,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$182,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Walnut Cove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stokes Early College High School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | South Stokes High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Walnut Cove Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | London Elementary School | 3.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Southeastern Stokes Middle School | 3.3 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $57,913
- Median home value
- $182,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Walnut Cove compares
North Carolina rank
#162 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
85% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Walnut Cove, North Carolina
Walnut Cove, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Walnut Cove 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 Walnut Cove is Stokes Early College High School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Walnut Cove is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,585 students.
Walnut Cove's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,913. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 270 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 188 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · 6th–8th | 3.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 142 students · 9th–UG | 8.7 |
| 2 | 545 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in Walnut Cove
Walnut Cove, North Carolina · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,913
Median Home Value
$182,500
Median Rent
$737/mo
Population
10,599
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Community Profile
Walnut Cove has a median household income of $57,913. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,500, with a median rent of $737/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Walnut Cove, North Carolina
How many schools are in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
Walnut Cove has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walnut Cove is 5.9 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 Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Walnut Cove on MySchoolScout is Stokes Early College High School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Walnut Cove on MySchoolScout is Walnut Cove Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Walnut Cove on MySchoolScout is Southeastern Stokes Middle School with a composite score of 3.3/10.
What is the best high school in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Walnut Cove on MySchoolScout is Stokes Early College High School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
Walnut Cove is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools.
What is the education level in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Walnut Cove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The median household income in Walnut Cove is approximately $57,913 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walnut Cove, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walnut Cove is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walnut Cove, 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.