- Laurel Hill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 662 students
- South Johnson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 654 students
- Wagram Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 508 students
- Sycamore Lane Primary — Grades PK–2 · 435 students
- Sycamore Lane Elementary — Grades 3–5 · 347 students
- Spring Hill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 593 students
- Carver Middle — Grades 6–8 · 563 students
- Scotland High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,294 students
- Scotland Early College High — Grades 9 · 238 students
- Shaw Academy — Grades 6–12 · 122 students
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| Metric | Scotland County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Scotland County Schools
Scotland County Schools is the public school district that serves ZIP 28396 in Scotland, North Carolina. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of North Carolina districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 13. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Scotland County Schools runs approximately $10,300 annually, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Scotland County Schools is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 13. Contact Scotland County Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Scotland County Schools 6 out of 10 — average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Scotland County Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28396
Children in zip code 28396 are assigned to Scotland County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28396, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Scotland County Schools at (910)276-1138 or visit www.scotland.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Scotland
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Scotland County Schools serves zip code 28396, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 28396 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Scotland County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28396.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Scotland County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28396 data.