Best Schools in Willow Spring, North Carolina
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Dixon Road Elementary
Elementary · Johnston County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Willow Springs Elementary
Elementary · Wake County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$335,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$335,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Willow Spring schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Willow Spring
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon Road Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Willow Springs Elementary | 6.0 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $94,564
- Median home value
- $335,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Willow Spring compares
Median household income
$95k
139% of North Carolina median
Willow Spring's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Willow Spring. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Johnston County Public Schools (1), Wake County Schools (1).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 6.9 — the spread is inside Willow Spring, not a citywide average.
- Johnston County Public Schools1 public · 50%
- Wake County Schools1 public · 50%
About Schools in Willow Spring, North Carolina
Willow Spring, North Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Willow Spring show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Willow Spring is Dixon Road Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Willow Spring is served by 2 school districts: Johnston County Public Schools, Wake County Schools. These districts collectively serve 198,770 students.
Willow Spring's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,564. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 638 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | 821 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Willow Spring
Willow Spring, North Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,564
Median Home Value
$335,100
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
20,239
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Willow Spring has a median household income of $94,564. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $335,100, with a median rent of $940/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. 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
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Willow Spring, North Carolina
How many schools are in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
Willow Spring has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Willow Spring is 6.5 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 Willow Spring, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Willow Spring on MySchoolScout is Dixon Road Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Willow Spring on MySchoolScout is Dixon Road Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Willow Spring, North Carolina?
Willow Spring is served by 2 school districts: Johnston County Public Schools, Wake County Schools.
What is the education level in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Willow Spring have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
The median household income in Willow Spring is approximately $94,564 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
Yes, Willow Spring has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Willow Spring, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Willow Spring is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Willow Spring, 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.