For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 659 students in 28235, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28235, NC is Central Piedmont Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28235 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28235, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28235, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Piedmont Early College
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1228 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1118
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1118
Gr: 9-13 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
8120 Grier Rd Suite 171-b
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1452
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1452
Gr: 11-13 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
315 W Hebron St
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-0012
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-0012
Gr: 11-13 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Campus Ridge Rd
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-9437
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-9437
Gr: 11-13 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28235, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28235, NC include Central Piedmont Early College.
How many public schools are located in 28235?
4 public schools are located in 28235.
What is the racial composition of students in 28235?
28235 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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