For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 980 students in Charlotte, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Charlotte, TN are Creek Wood High School and New Directions Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlotte, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Charlotte have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public high schools.
Charlotte, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Creek Wood High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Charlotte, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creek Wood High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3499 Highway 47 North
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6000
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 919 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
New Directions Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Highway 48 North
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Gr: 3-12 | 61 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Charlotte, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Charlotte, TN include Creek Wood High School and New Directions Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Charlotte?
2 public high schools are located in Charlotte.
What is the racial composition of students in Charlotte?
Charlotte public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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