Myers Park High School

2400 Colony Rd
Charlotte, NC 28209
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Myers Park High School is a public high school in Charlotte, North Carolina. It serves grades 9–12, and is a part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district.
Serving 3,430 students in grades 9-12, Myers Park High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,430 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : 83% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Myers Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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School Overview

Myers Park High School's student population of 3,430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Year Founded
1951

School Rankings

Myers Park High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myers Park High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#138 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
83%
51%
77%
50%
66%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
21%
25%
White
56%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Myers Park High School's ranking?
Myers Park High School is ranked #138 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Myers Park High School often compared to?
Myers Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mecklenburg High School, Providence High School, Ardrey Kell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Myers Park High School?
The graduation rate of Myers Park High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Myers Park High School?
3,430 students attend Myers Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Myers Park High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myers Park High School?
Myers Park High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Myers Park High School offer ?
Myers Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myers Park High School part of?
Myers Park High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Myers Park High School located?
Myers Park High School is located in the Barclay Downs neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Barclay Downs.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,430 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : 83% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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