Top Public Schools in the Greater Charlotte Area
Overview: Understanding the Best Schools Around Charlotte
When moving to a new area, it's crucial to understand the quality of its educational facilities. In this video, Steve Jarrell from The Longleaf Group overviews the top public schools in the Charlotte area, providing information on zoning as well as how you can access more detailed rankings.
Top 3 Public Elementary Schools
- Polo Ridge Elementary School
Located in South Charlotte, Polo Ridge serves 645 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic scores include an 84th percentile in reading and a 91st percentile in Math and Science. Minority enrollment is approximately 53%.
- New Town Elementary School
Situated in the heart of Waxhaw, it serves 751 students with a reading score in the 95th percentile and math and science scores in the 91st and 94th percentile, respectively. The school boasts a student-to-teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Providence Spring Elementary School
A top performer with about 800 students and a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Their reading percentile is 85%, while English and Science are both at 95%. Minority enrollment stands at 26%.
Top 3 Public Middle Schools
- Fort Mill Middle School
Located in South Carolina, it has 853 students and a 15:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Scores include a 75th percentile in English, 65th in math, and 63rd in science. The underserved population scores a promising 75th percentile.
- Harris Road Middle School
Located in the Mallard Creek area in Charlotte, the school has a student population of 1,400 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 21:1. Math scores reach the 85th percentile, with reading and science scoring 91%.
- JM Robinson Middle School
This top-listed school in the Ballantyne area boasts over 1200 students, a 19:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and scores of 82% in math and 76% in reading and science. Minority enrollment is at 42%.
Top 3 Public High Schools
- Providence High School
With nearly 2,000 students, the school has an impressive 95% graduation rate and a 62% college readiness rate.
- Ardrey Kell High School
Located in the Ballantyne area, it boasts a 98% graduation rate among its 3,400 students, with 67% being college-ready. Minority enrollment is 49%.
- Marvin Ridge High School
Located in the Village of Marvin, this school has 2,200 students with a graduation rate of 95% and a 94% college readiness score. Minority population accounts for 30%.
Finding the Best School for You
For a detailed ranking and understanding of school quality, go to greatschools.org where you can not only see rankings but also zoning maps to help you choose the most suitable school for your needs.
