Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in North Carolina based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in North Carolina at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

Academic Summary

Are the schools in North Carolina offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Largest School Districts in North Carolina

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Reviews From Schools in North Carolina

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Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
Read the reviews! Administration at this school is terrible. It's not even a matter of that they are strict. It's completely unethical the way they treat the students. The head administrator says... More
Review for The North Carolina Leadership Academy
Current student
April 26, 2024
Even as a straight A student this school is so hard to be in. The teachers show a high amount of apathy. The students are way too loud. People cut in line during lunch. Not to mention pink food. The... More
Review for Shelby High
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
This school has been absolutely amazing. They do so much to help the students and if you need anything they are right there for you. They really care and it shows. When our daughter transferred from a... More
Review for Monticello-Brown Summit Elementary School