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
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.
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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Current student
April 30, 2024
I am a current student within Montford North Star Academy, and I have enjoyed by experience. The teachers/educators try as hard as possible to make you feel welcome, no matter your academic level or... More
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Montford North Star
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
Absolutely disgusting school. My son 6 was placed in 1st Grade as he's from the UK and they start school earlier and he was struggling with the adjustment from UK to US. We then asked for him to be... More
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Cardinal Charter Academy
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