For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,691 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28226, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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 | 1,004 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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