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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Parent / Guardian
May 13, 2024
Cuthbertson High School touts itself as a "10 rated" school, but in the two years we have been there (and years at Cuthbertson Middle School prior), I have yet to see evidence of this. If you have a... More
Review for Cuthbertson High School
Parent / Guardian
May 13, 2024
Excellent teachers Mrs. Fortuna and Mrs. Seaman, thousands of thanks and applause for your teaching and dedication, you leave a great mark on my daughter for her future, there are the great results of... More
Review for Rocky River Elementary
Current student
May 12, 2024
Because there is too much drama and some teachers are rude and in the 4th grade math class the teacher claimed that she mixed up 2 black kids she doesn’t mix up white kids but black so I do not... More
Review for Crosscreek Charter School