For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 3,225 students in 28209, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28209, NC is Myers Park High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28209 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28209, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28209 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Myers Park High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28209, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Myers Park High School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2400 Colony Rd
Charlotte, NC 28209
(980) 343-5800
Charlotte, NC 28209
(980) 343-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 3,225 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28209, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28209, NC include Myers Park High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28209?
1 public high schools are located in 28209.
What is the racial composition of students in 28209?
28209 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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