For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 258 students in 28202, NC.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 28202 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28202, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28202, NC Public Middle 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%
28202, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 North Caldwell St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5427
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5427
Gr: K-5
329 North Irwin Ave
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5480
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 343-5480
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28202, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28202, NC include Metro School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28202?
1 public middle schools are located in 28202.
What is the racial composition of students in 28202?
28202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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