8,351
Preschools
2,983
Elementary Schools
1,611
Middle Schools
1,299
High Schools
2,538
Public District Schools
7,979
Private Schools
10,721
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 | 77 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
June 04, 2024
The front office enrollment was extremely slack with enrolling my son ,acting like they were unable get his proper school records transferred and made all kind of excuses. I asked to have a conference... More
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Albemarle Road Middle
Parent / Guardian
June 03, 2024
J.V. Washam Elementary School is absolutely fantastic! (We have two students who have attended since Kindergarten.) The teachers are incredibly dedicated and go above and beyond to ensure every child... More
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J.V. Washam Elementary
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 03, 2024
This school, is not a school more like a mad house, I was bullied for being myself, I was bullied for my appearance and cloths I worn. If you tell a teacher they just get you both in trouble, god... More
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Polk County Middle School