- Huntingtowne Farms Elementary — 0.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 776 students
- Starmount Academy of Excellence — 1.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 416 students
- Beverly Woods Elementary — 1.1 mi · Grades K–5 · 645 students
- Quail Hollow Middle — 1.2 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,090 students
- Smithfield Elementary — 1.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 672 students
- South Mecklenburg High School — 1.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,534 students
- Montclaire Elementary — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 512 students
- Harper Middle College High — 2.2 mi · Grades 11–13 · 125 students
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| Metric | Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 144,197 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 180 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,065/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 26% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 73rd percentile → 8/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Families in zip code 28210 (Charlotte, North Carolina) are assigned to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for public education through 13th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 8 out of 10 — above average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in North Carolina. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28210
Children in zip code 28210 are assigned to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28210, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools at (980)343-6270 or visit www.cmsk12.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Charlotte
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools serves zip code 28210, homes in and around zip code 28210 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28210.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28210 data.