For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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