Schools in Charlotte, NC
Find public schools in Charlotte with test scores and ratings. Compare schools by ELA and Math proficiency on an interactive map.
Showing schools near Charlotte. Enter a different ZIP code to search another area.
Public Schools in Charlotte, North Carolina
Find and compare public schools in the Charlotte area. The map above shows schools near Charlotte color-coded by test score performance: green markers indicate schools where 60% or more of students meet proficiency standards, yellow for 40-59%, and red for below 40%.
CMS is the 17th-largest school district in the US. Test scores are from the North Carolina End-of-Grade and End-of-Course assessments.
School Districts in Charlotte
The Charlotte area is served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). Use the search tool above to find schools in a specific neighborhood by entering a ZIP code, or adjust the search radius to see more schools across the metro area.
Understanding North Carolina Test Scores
Test scores shown for Charlotte schools come from North Carolina's state assessments, published under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Scores show the percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.
Important: Each state uses its own assessment system. Scores for Charlotte schools should be compared with other North Carolina schools, not schools in different states.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best public schools in Charlotte?
Use the map above and sort by ELA or Math scores to find the highest-performing schools in Charlotte. Green markers indicate schools where 60%+ of students meet proficiency standards. Click any school for detailed score breakdowns.
How many school districts serve Charlotte?
The Charlotte area is served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). Enter different ZIP codes to explore schools in different parts of the metro area.
Are test scores comparable between Charlotte and other cities?
Only within North Carolina. Each state uses different assessments with different proficiency standards, so scores cannot be directly compared across state lines. Within North Carolina, all schools take the same tests.
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