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 20, 2024
I had high hopes when my child was accepted to Envision. Middle school has crushed all those hopes. Insanely high staff turnover, bullying, no concern for the social/emotional health of students, tiny... More
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Envision Science Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
MY FRIEND WENT HERE ANS SHE LIKED IT HER PRINCIPAL WAS AWESOME BUT THEYRE WAS THIS ONE TEACHER WHO SCREAMED AT HER MOTHER AND WAS RUDE AND BAD AT TEACHING.
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Leesville Road Elementary
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
We moved from a neighboring county and have been disappointed in our local school experience. It’s mediocre at best if you have an average student. If you have an above average student, don’t expect... More
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Elon Elementary