For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,947 students in 28105, NC (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,436 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 28105, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28105, NC are Elizabeth Lane Elementary School, Socrates Academy and Butler High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28105 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28105, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28105, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Lane Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
121 Elizabeth Ln
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5700
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5700
Grades: K-5
| 803 students
Rank: #22.
Socrates Academy
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3909 Weddington Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 321-1711
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 321-1711
Grades: K-12
| 912 students
Rank: #33.
Butler High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Matthews-mint Hill Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-6300
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-6300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,965 students
Rank: #44.
Matthews Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 E Mcdowell St
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-3940
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-3940
Grades: K-5
| 827 students
Rank: #55.
Crestdale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
940 Sam Newell Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5755
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5755
Grades: 6-8
| 988 students
Rank: #66.
Mint Hill Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11501 Idlewild Road
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5439
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-5439
Grades: 6-8
| 923 students
Rank: #77.
Crown Point Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3335 Sam Newell Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-6535
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-6535
Grades: PK-5
| 529 students
Rank: n/an/a
11615 Idlewild Road
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-3000
Matthews, NC 28105
(980) 343-3000
Grades: n/a
| 0 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28105, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28105, NC include Elizabeth Lane Elementary School, Socrates Academy and Butler High School.
How many public schools are located in 28105, NC?
8 public schools are located in 28105, NC.
What percentage of students in 28105, NC go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 28105, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28105, NC?
28105, NC public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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