For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,108 students in 28204, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28204, NC is Piedmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28204 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28204, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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 28204, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,108 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
28204, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Community Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
510 South Torrence Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 377-3180
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 377-3180
Gr: K-5 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28204, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28204, NC include Piedmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28204?
1 public middle schools are located in 28204.
What is the racial composition of students in 28204?
28204 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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