For the 2026 school year, there are 348 top school districts in North Carolina, serving 1,549,621 students.
The most diverse district is Research Triangle High School District, with a diversity score of 0.77.
The largest school district is Wake County Schools, serving 163,075 students.
The highest graduation rate school district is Bradford Preparatory School District, with 95% graduation rate.
Top North Carolina School Districts (2026)
School District
# Students
Diversity Score
Graduation %
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