For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,540 students in 28204, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28204, NC are Piedmont Middle School and Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28204 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28204, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28204, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Piedmont Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1241 E 10th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-5435
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-5435
Grades: 6-8
| 1,090 students
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Park Dr
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-5475
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-5475
Grades: K-5
| 450 students
28204, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Community Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
510 South Torrence Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 377-3180
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 377-3180
Grades: K-5
| 82 students
1615 East 5th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-3000
Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 343-3000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28204, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28204, NC include Piedmont Middle School and Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28204, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28204, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28204, NC?
28204, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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