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
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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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Parent / Guardian
May 01, 2024
i love this school the envirorment is so good but just one problem bullies my child comes home constant complaing about bullies but overall great school
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Wake Forest Charter Academy
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 01, 2024
It's standard practice here to not let 4 and 5 year old children go to the bathroom as needed. I've had a few friends have this very same experience. My granddaughter wet and soiled herself 2 times... More
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cfa Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 01, 2024
Southlake is a small school with direct access to teachers and staff. It has been a wonderful experience for each of our children. Subjects and classes are challenging. Personal responsibility,... More
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Southlake Christian Academy