Best Schools in Avery County, NC
Avery County, NC has a total of 13 schools including 4 high schools, 3 middle schools and 5 elementary schools. A total of 2,453 students attend Avery County, NC schools. On average, schools in Avery County score 52% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 45% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Avery County greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in Avery County, NC
Avery County, NC has 4 high schools with 846 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Avery County score 56% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 43% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Avery County greatly exceed expectations.
1. Mayland Early College
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 119 Students
2. Avery County High
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 613 Students
Best Middle Schools in Avery County, NC
Avery County, NC has 3 middle schools with 636 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Avery County score 52% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 49% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Avery County exceed expectations.
1. Cranberry Middle
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 170 Students
2. Harris Middle
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 236 Students
3. Avery Middle
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 230 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Avery County, NC
Avery County, NC has 5 elementary schools with 891 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Avery County score 43% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 39% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Avery County exceed expectations.
1. Banner Elk Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 176 Students
2. Freedom Trail Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 207 Students
3. Crossnore Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 199 Students
4. Newland Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 209 Students
5. Riverside Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 100 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Avery County, NC
County-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Avery County, NC has a total population of 17,806 with 17% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 86%, and 22% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Avery County, NC
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Avery County, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
28.14 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
4.52 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
23.62 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Avery County, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Avery County, NC.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit Avery County, NC Internet Health Assessment.
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