For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,744 students in 28226, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28226, NC are Olde Providence Elementary School and Carmel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28226 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28226, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28226, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olde Providence Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3800 Rea Rd
Charlotte, NC 28226
(980) 343-3755
Charlotte, NC 28226
(980) 343-3755
Gr: K-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
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 elementary schools in 28226, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28226, NC include Olde Providence Elementary School and Carmel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28226?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28226.
What is the racial composition of students in 28226?
28226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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