For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 258 students in 28202, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28202, NC is Metro School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28202 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28202, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28202 have a Graduation Rate of 20%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Metro School, with ≤20% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28202, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metro School
Special Education School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
405 S Davidson St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5450
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5450
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28202, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28202, NC include Metro School.
How many public high schools are located in 28202?
1 public high schools are located in 28202.
What is the racial composition of students in 28202?
28202 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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