Serious incidents run in line with the district average, and reporting is largely complete, with one or more categories missing.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 0 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 1 | Minor |
Banner Elk Elementary ranks #1 of 6 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Middle | 06–08 | 80 | B |
| Newland Elementary | PK–05 | 72 | B |
| Freedom Trail Elementary | PK–05 | 69 | B |
| Avery County High | 09–12 | 54 | B |
| Avery Middle | 06–08 | 24 | B |
| Blue Ridge High School | 06–12 | — | C |
| Crossnore Elementary | PK–05 | — | C |
| Riverside Elementary | PK–05 | — | C |