Excellent
#263 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 10% in state
Blowing Rock Elementary
Elementary School · Watauga County Schools
PO Box 228, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#263 of 2,648
In district
#2 of 10
Watauga County Schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Blowing Rock Elementary
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About Blowing Rock Elementary
Blowing Rock Elementary is a public elementary school in Blowing Rock, NC, part of Watauga County Schools. Blowing Rock Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Blowing Rock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Blowing Rock Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Blowing Rock Elementary — Students at Blowing Rock Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Blowing Rock Elementary Compares
See how Blowing Rock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 228, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blowing Rock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Banner Elk Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Banner Elk), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parkway Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Boone), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hardin Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Boone), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blowing Rock, see our Blowing Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Watauga High Boone | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Watauga Innovation Academy Boone | 6.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Hardin Park Elementary Boone | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Watauga Virtual Academy Boone | 6.8 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN PATHWAYS SCHOOL Boone | 7.6 mi | — |
| Two Rivers Community School Boone | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Valle Crucis Elementary Sugar Grove | 7.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Cove Creek Elementary Vilas | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Green Valley Elementary Boone | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Parkway Elementary Boone | 9.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lenoir | 11.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Banner Elk Elementary Banner Elk | 10.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Mabel Elementary Zionville | 13.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Collettsville School Collettsville | 14.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Sugar Grove | 14.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Valmead Elementary Lenoir | 15.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Avery Middle Newland | 14.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Horizons Elementary Lenoir | 16.2 mi | — |
| Newland Elementary Newland | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Avery County High Newland | 14.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,865
Median Home Value
$449,500
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
3,471
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
71.3%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, NC | 8.4 |
| Creekside Elementary New Bern, NC | 8.4 |
| Glenn C Marlow Elementary Mills River, NC | 8.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill, NC | 8.4 |
| Gray's Creek Elementary Hope Mills, NC | 8.4 |
| Greenwood Elementary Lemon Springs, NC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blowing Rock Elementary
What grades does Blowing Rock Elementary serve?
Blowing Rock Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Blowing Rock Elementary?
Blowing Rock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blowing Rock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Blowing Rock Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blowing Rock Elementary rank in NC?
Blowing Rock Elementary ranks #263 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Blowing Rock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Blowing Rock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Blowing Rock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blowing Rock Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Blowing Rock Elementary a charter school?
No, Blowing Rock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blowing Rock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Blowing Rock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blowing Rock Elementary?
20.4% of students at Blowing Rock Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Watauga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (828) 295-3204
Resources & Links
District
Watauga County Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,746
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,003
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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