For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,050 students in 28226, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28226, NC is Carmel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28226 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28226, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28226, NC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carmel Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5001 Camilla Dr
Charlotte, NC 28226
(980) 343-6705
Charlotte, NC 28226
(980) 343-6705
Gr: 6-8 | 1,050 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28226, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28226, NC include Carmel Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28226?
1 public middle schools are located in 28226.
What is the racial composition of students in 28226?
28226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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