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A recent report by Niche, utilizing data from the U.S. Department of Education, highlights that five Charlotte-area high schools have secured spots among North Carolina’s top 20 public high schools. These rankings are based on comprehensive criteria including state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, teacher quality, and public school district ratings, encompassing both charter and magnet schools.
Top Charlotte-Area High Schools
Gaston Early College High School (Dallas)
- Ranking: No. 6
- Type: Public magnet school
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Details: Student-teacher ratio of 24:1, 85% math proficiency, 90% reading proficiency
Marvin Ridge High School (Waxhaw)
- Ranking: No. 9
- Type: Traditional public school
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Details: Student-teacher ratio of 22:1, 93% proficiency in both math and reading
Ardrey Kell High School (Charlotte)
- Ranking: No. 10
- Type: Traditional public school
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Details: Student-teacher ratio of 21:1, 91% math proficiency, 86% reading proficiency
Highland School of Technology (Gastonia)
- Ranking: No. 15
- Type: Public magnet school
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Details: Student-teacher ratio of 13:1, 95% proficiency in both math and reading
Weddington High School (Weddington)
- Ranking: No. 18
- Type: Traditional public school
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Details: Student-teacher ratio of 22:1, 91% math proficiency, 87% reading proficiency
Methodology
These rankings are based on a thorough evaluation of academic performance and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education, combined with test scores, college data, and ratings from millions of Niche users. The inclusion of both magnet and traditional public schools highlights the diverse educational opportunities available in the Charlotte area.
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