Best 28217 North Carolina Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,065 students in 28217, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28217, NC are Charlotte Lab School and Performance Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28217 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28217, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28217 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Performance Learning Center, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 28217, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charlotte Lab School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3325 S Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 464-3830
Grades: K-11
| 991 students
Rank: #22.
Performance Learning Center
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7030 Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-1118
Grades: 9-12
| 74 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28217 North Carolina

28217, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
756 Tyvola Road, Suite 744
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-3066
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
7030 Nations Ford Rd
Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 343-6769
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 28217, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28217, NC include Charlotte Lab School and Performance Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 28217?
2 public high schools are located in 28217.
What is the racial composition of students in 28217?
28217 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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