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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Current student
April 24, 2024
I would not recommend anyone to put there student in Murphy High School because the environment is unsafe and the teachers except a few teachers actually know what is going on with the students, the... More
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Parent / Guardian
April 24, 2024
Camelot Academy has been a godsend for my child the past 4 years. She came from another small private school and was not struggling academically, but also not working to her potential. The teachers... More
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Current student
April 24, 2024
As as student at East cary middle school i think that this school Is Quite Terrible. This school advertises as ¨global studies¨ the only ¨GLOBAL¨ thing about it is the language studies which i think... More
Review for East Cary Middle School