For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,886 students in 28208, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28208, NC are Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology, Charlotte Lab School and Harding University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28208 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28208, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28208 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28208, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1430 Alleghany St
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5992
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-5992
Gr: 9-12 | 1,533 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Lab School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2045 Suttle Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 464-3830
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 464-3830
Gr: K-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Harding University High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Alleghany St
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6007
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 343-6007
Gr: 9-12 | 1,204 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Stewart Creek High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701-f Freedom Dr
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 500-3731
Charlotte, NC 28208
(980) 500-3731
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28208, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28208, NC include Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology, Charlotte Lab School and Harding University High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28208?
4 public high schools are located in 28208.
What is the racial composition of students in 28208?
28208 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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