8,350
Preschools
2,984
Elementary Schools
1,610
Middle Schools
1,299
High Schools
2,540
Public District Schools
7,978
Private Schools
10,722
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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Parent / Guardian
March 29, 2024
This school outshines many other middle schools in the area. There are so many sports, clubs, and events, I really feel like I have a lot of opportunities to be present in my child's academics. My son... More
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New Century International Middle School
Parent / Guardian
March 28, 2024
Ha sido una experiencia muy bonita, nos mudamos de NJ, y desde que hicimos la transferencia, los profesores nos cobijaron amablemente desde el primer momento. Las profesoras son muy amables y... More
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Granite Quarry Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 28, 2024
The principal, Dr. White, has been horrible to our child and honestly the worst teacher or principal I have met. Do not send your child here.
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Surry Early College