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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 28278


At a glance
6
Schools
5,973
Students
2
Districts
Top rankedPalisades Park Elementary219th of 1,490 North Carolina elementary schools
Biggest riser
Berewick Elementary up 349 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Berryhill School 13.5 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
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Summary:

The 28278 zip code area of Charlotte, North Carolina is home to 6 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 1 high school. The data reveals a wide range in academic achievement across these institutions, with some standout performers and others struggling to meet state and district standards.

Palisades Park Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in North Carolina, with a 4-star rating and student test scores significantly above average, particularly in mathematics. In contrast, Berewick Elementary and Berryhill School struggle with test scores well below state and district levels. The public charter Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy and magnet Winget Park Elementary also perform well, with the former excelling in 8th grade science proficiency.

The data does not show a clear correlation between per-student spending and academic performance, as the highest-spending school, Berryhill, has the poorest test scores. Socioeconomic challenges, as indicated by high free/reduced lunch rates, likely contribute to the lower performance at some schools. Overall, the 28278 zip code area exhibits a diverse range of educational opportunities, with some institutions delivering exceptional results while others face significant hurdles in supporting student achievement.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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