8,351
Preschools
2,983
Elementary Schools
1,610
Middle Schools
1,299
High Schools
2,537
Public District Schools
7,979
Private Schools
10,720
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 | 85 schools
Reviews From Schools in North Carolina
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May 11, 2024
Excellent learning environment. Wide variety of courses, activities and athletics. Majority of students are very serious about their academic careers, but also strive to be well-rounded people.
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Green Level High School
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
Jordan Lake School of the Arts is THE school for our family. My daughter has blossomed and she loves going every day. They are very particular about students and make sure there is no bullying. The... More
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Jordan Lake School Of The Arts
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
Worst experience for my child so far in school & he's only in 4th grade. I pulled him out in January after only starting the end of August, to homeschool him. When I first visited this school with... More
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Rolesville Charter Academy