8,351
Preschools
2,985
Elementary Schools
1,611
Middle Schools
1,299
High Schools
2,540
Public District Schools
7,979
Private Schools
10,723
Total Schools
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
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Largest School Districts in North Carolina
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Wake County School District
159,802 students | CARY, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 192 schools -
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District
142,733 students | CHARLOTTE, NC
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 180 schools -
Guilford County School District
70,047 students | GREENSBORO, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 122 schools -
Winston Salem & Forsyth County School District
51,843 students | WINSTON-SALEM, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 76 schools -
Cumberland County School District
49,278 students | FAYETTEVILLE, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 88 schools
Reviews From Schools in North Carolina
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Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
I had the worst experience at this school last week and plus the cop that's there was not even safety at all because he had his hand on his gun at all time watching me and everything when I went to go... More
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Walter R Johnson Middle
Parent / Guardian
April 29, 2024
My children have had another amazing year at Brooks ES. Each day they are excited to go to school. They have both grow academically and socially and really enjoy the Museum Magnet program so much.... More
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Brooks Elementary
Teacher
April 29, 2024
Pineville Elementary is a great school for students and for families. The teachers and staff genuinely care about their students and want them to succeed. Kids are excited to come to school every day... More
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Pineville Elementary