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.
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Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Largest School Districts in North Carolina

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Reviews From Schools in North Carolina

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Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
School has a lot of racism and racial discrimination. Admin wants black kids but an all white woman staff. Poor education most don’t test well once they leave. High teacher turnover rate. No... More
Review for Palisades Episcopal School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
The director Lauren unenrolled my child because he kept crying. He is 1 year and 4 months old and never been Inc childcare or away from my husband and I. He was only given 2 weeks and 2 days to get... More
Review for Harrisburg Presbyterian Child Development Center
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
This is an amazing cool. The staff throughout the school work as a unit and support each other and their students. It’s a blessing to have my special needs daughter in this school. The constant... More
Review for Charles E. Boger Elementary