For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 897 students in Bakersville, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Bakersville, NC is Gouge Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bakersville, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bakersville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bakersville, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gouge Primary
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
134 Laurel Street
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2260
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2260
Gr: PK-2 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
5035 S 226 Hwy Ste A
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2070
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2070
Gr: 3-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
5035 S 226 Hwy Ste B
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3340
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3340
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bakersville, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bakersville, NC include Gouge Primary.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bakersville?
3 public elementary schools are located in Bakersville.
What is the racial composition of students in Bakersville?
Bakersville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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