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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Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2024
Rolesville Elementary is a fantastic school! The teachers and staff are extremely caring and knowledgeable. I have two students at the school and what impresses me most is the ability of the school to... More
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Rolesville Elementary
Parent / Guardian
May 23, 2024
No todos tenemos la misma suerte como padre de Familia Tengo mala experiencia en esta escuela , La directora pierde los estribos con facilidad y tiene escepcion de personas , desecpcionada estoy .... More
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Forest Park Elementary
Parent / Guardian
May 23, 2024
We have loved being a part of this school. There is a lot of family involvement, the STEM education is great, and we also love that specials are one week at a time instead of one day each week. The... More
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Winget Park Elementary