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.

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

Largest School Districts in North Carolina

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Reviews From Schools in North Carolina

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Parent / Guardian
May 22, 2024
At Durant Road High School they don't treat you well because the teachers have preferences and if they bully you, they don't pay attention to you. That happened to my daughter. Furthermore, the... More
Review for Durant Road Middle
Current student
May 22, 2024
I left that school broken and I was bullied for years, and it was not fairs because they did nothing, and the teachers were horrible, and I was an orphan, so the school treated me so differently but... More
Parent / Guardian
May 22, 2024
Not a great school at all! Please look in to this school before choosing.