8,351
Preschools
2,982
Elementary Schools
1,610
Middle Schools
1,293
High Schools
2,532
Public District Schools
7,979
Private Schools
10,715
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 | 173 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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Teacher
July 03, 2024
Former principal made this an impossible place to work and thrive.
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Oak Hill Elementary
Parent / Guardian
July 03, 2024
Perhaps at some point in the past this was a great school. I had always heard a saying that the administration and those in charge make or break a school. Never has this saying rung as true as it does... More
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New Bridge Middle
Parent / Guardian
July 01, 2024
Leesville Elementary Road is a great School. Mr. Cohen and all the teachers and staff go out of their way to ensure kids are safe, enjoy learning and feel part of the Great Leesville family. We only... More
Review for
Leesville Road Elementary