For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,166 students in 28205, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 88 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28205, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28205, NC are Highland Mill Montessori, Chantilly Montessori and Military And Global Leadership. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28205 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28205, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28205, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Mill Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3201 Clemson Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5525
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5525
Gr: PK-6 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Chantilly Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Briar Creek Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-0692
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-0692
Gr: PK-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Military And Global Leadership
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1411 Hawthorne Lane Ste A
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6011
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6011
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1411 Hawthorne Ln
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6011
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6011
Gr: 9-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Shamrock Gardens Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3301 Country Club Drive
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6440
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6440
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Villa Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Everett Place
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3666
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-3666
Gr: K-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Windsor Park Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3910 Sudbury Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6405
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6405
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Oakhurst Steam Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4511 Monroe Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6482
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6482
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Garinger High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6450
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6450
Gr: 9-12 | 1,877 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Billingsville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
124 Skyland Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5520
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-5520
Gr: K-2 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1111.
Merry Oaks International Academy
(Math: 35% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3508 Draper Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6422
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6422
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Winterfield Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Winterfield Pl
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6400
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1313.
Eastway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Norland Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6410
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 343-6410
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1414.
Commonwealth High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5112 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 899-4998
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 899-4998
Gr: 9-12 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28205, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28205, NC include Highland Mill Montessori, Chantilly Montessori and Military And Global Leadership.
How many public schools are located in 28205?
14 public schools are located in 28205.
What percentage of students in 28205 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28205 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28205?
28205 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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