For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,329 students in 28214, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28214, NC are Jackson Day School, West Mecklenburg High School and Turning Point Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28214 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28214, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28214 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson Day School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28214, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Day School
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1209 Little Rock Rd
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 391-5516
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 391-5516
Gr: K-12 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
West Mecklenburg High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7400 Tuckaseegee Rd
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-6080
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-6080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,287 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Turning Point Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8701 Moores Chapel Rd
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-5231
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-5231
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
28214, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8701 Moores Chapel
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-6085
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-6085
Gr: K-5
Studentfirst Academy Charter (Closed 2015)
Charter School
7020 Tuckaseegee Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 394-8749
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 394-8749
Gr: K-8 | 338 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28214, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28214, NC include Jackson Day School, West Mecklenburg High School and Turning Point Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 28214?
3 public high schools are located in 28214.
What is the racial composition of students in 28214?
28214 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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