Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools – Charlotte, NC (28277)

School District · Charlotte, NC

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

📍 Mecklenburg County, NC · Zip Code 28277

8/10

Rating

140,000

Students

175

Schools

Pre-K – 13

Grade Span

👍 Good Ballantyne / Blakeney. Top-performing CMS area. Per-pupil spending: $10,000/year.

District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025

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Grades Served

Pre-K – 13

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District Phone

(980)343-6270

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District Website

www.cms.k12.nc.us

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District Office

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte, NC 28208

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District Type

Urban

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Assigned Schools for Zip 28277

Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district

Schools in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools186 schools · NCES 2024

🏫 Elementary Schools (99)

Palisades Park Elementary — Grades K–5 · 940 students
Blythe Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 902 students
Huntersville Elementary — Grades K–5 · 867 students
Mint Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 864 students
Idlewild Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 850 students
Reedy Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 850 students
Stoney Creek Elementary — Grades K–5 · 850 students
Whitewater Academy — Grades PK–5 · 832 students
J.V. Washam Elementary — Grades K–5 · 818 students
Barnette Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 818 students
Hidden Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 808 students
Endhaven Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 790 students
Sterling Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 786 students
Winding Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 786 students
Paw Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 784 students
Gov's Village STEM (Lower) — Grades PK–4 · 784 students
Huntingtowne Farms Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 776 students
Bain Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 766 students
South Pine Academy — Grades PK–5 · 765 students
Lawrence Orr Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 751 students
Ballantyne Elementary — Grades K–5 · 745 students
Pineville Elementary — Grades K–5 · 742 students
Grove Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 740 students
University Meadows Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 737 students
Elon Park Elementary — Grades K–5 · 732 students
+ 74 more elementary schools

📚 Middle Schools (30)

Community House Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,425 students
Jay M. Robinson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,333 students
Bailey Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,315 students
Randolph Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,215 students
Southwest Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,205 students
Alexander Graham Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,187 students
Piedmont Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,108 students
Quail Hollow Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,090 students
Francis Bradley Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,089 students
McClintock Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,056 students
Northridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,014 students
Carmel Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,004 students
Kennedy Middle — Grades 6–8 · 990 students
Crestdale Middle — Grades 6–8 · 989 students
Albemarle Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 945 students
Mint Hill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 878 students
Eastway Middle — Grades 6–8 · 849 students
Martin Luther King Jr Middle — Grades 6–8 · 844 students
Ridge Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 840 students
J. M. Alexander Middle — Grades 6–8 · 799 students
South Charlotte Middle — Grades 6–8 · 770 students
Ranson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 757 students
Whitewater Middle — Grades 6–8 · 731 students
Gov's Village STEM (Upper) — Grades 5–8 · 684 students
James Martin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 659 students
+ 5 more middle schools

🎓 High Schools (32)

Myers Park High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,225 students
Ardrey Kell High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,036 students
South Mecklenburg High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,534 students
William Amos Hough High — Grades 9–12 · 2,518 students
East Mecklenburg High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,422 students
Palisades High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,332 students
Julius L. Chambers High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,225 students
Providence High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,167 students
Mallard Creek High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,068 students
Independence High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,024 students
West Charlotte High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,008 students
Garinger High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,877 students
North Mecklenburg High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,854 students
Hopewell High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,851 students
Butler High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,791 students
Rocky River High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,562 students
Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology — Grades 9–12 · 1,533 students
Olympic High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,483 students
Ballantyne Ridge High School — Grades 9–11 · 1,414 students
West Mecklenburg High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,290 students
Harding University High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,204 students
Char Eng Early College-UNCC — Grades 9 · 313 students
Central Piedmont Early College — Grades 9 · 278 students
Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences — Grades 9–12 · 239 students
Levine Middle College High Sch — Grades 11 · 216 students
+ 7 more high schools

🏠 Other Schools (25)

South Academy of International Languages — Grades K–8 · 1,259 students
Davidson K-8 School — Grades K–8 · 1,185 students
Rea Farms STEAM Academy — Grades K–8 · 1,098 students
Northwest School of the Arts — Grades 6–12 · 993 students
Collinswood Language Academy — Grades K–8 · 893 students
Cochrane Collegiate Academy — Grades 6–12 · 854 students
Mountain Island Lake Academy — Grades PK–8 · 766 students
Renaissance West STEAM Academy — Grades PK–8 · 737 students
North Academy of World Languages — Grades K–8 · 668 students
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Virtual School — Grades 5–12 · 619 students
Charlotte East Language Academy — Grades K–8 · 594 students
Thomasboro Academy — Grades K–8 · 569 students
Oaklawn Language Academy — Grades K–8 · 531 students
Sedgefield Montessori — Grades PK–6 · 485 students
Berryhill School — Grades PK–8 · 423 students
Williams Secondary Montessori — Grades 7–12 · 401 students
Highland Mill Montessori — Grades PK–6 · 341 students
Ashley Park PreK-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 338 students
Marie G Davis School — Grades K–8 · 328 students
Chantilly Montessori — Grades PK–6 · 316 students
Walter G. Byers School — Grades PK–8 · 303 students
Druid Hills Academy — Grades PK–8 · 288 students
Metro School — Grades PK–12 · 258 students
Lincoln Heights Montessori — Grades PK–6 · 244 students
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Academy — Grades K–12 · 91 students

Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.

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Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · Grades K–5

👥 ~800 students enrolled

Academic Rating8/10 — Good

District Statisticsvs. National Average

Metric	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools	National Average	Comparison
Student Enrollment	140,000	3,700	Much larger than avg
Number of Schools	175	6	Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending	$10,000/yr	$13,700/yr	↓ 27% below avg
District Type	Urban	Public District	—
Overall Rating	8/10 — Good	—	Above average

🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER

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Always verify before deciding: Contact Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What school district is zip code 28277?▼

Zip code 28277 is served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC (Mecklenburg County). The district serves approximately 140,000 students across 175 schools and has an overall rating of 8/10 (Great).

What schools are in zip code 28277?▼

Zip code 28277 is served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The assigned elementary school is Washington Elementary School (Grades K-5, rating 8/10), middle school is Lincoln Middle School (Grades 6-8, rating 7/10), and high school is Lincoln High School (Grades 9-12, rating 8/10).

Is Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools a good school district?▼

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has an overall rating of 8/10 (Great). Ballantyne / Blakeney. Top-performing CMS area. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 and spends approximately $10,000 per pupil annually.

How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 28277?▼

Contact Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.

What grades does Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools serve?▼

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools serves students from Pre-K – 13. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 28277. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.

How do I contact Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools?▼

You can reach Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via phone: (980)343-6270 or website: www.cms.k12.nc.us. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 28277.

Is Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools a public school district?▼

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is classified as a urban. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 28277, contact Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools directly.

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About Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is the public school district that serves ZIP 28277 in Charlotte, North Carolina in Mecklenburg County. A 8/10 rating places it in the upper range of North Carolina districts on NCES funding and size data. The district operates 175 schools and serves roughly 140,000 students (one of the larger districts in the state), covering Pre-K – 13. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.

Funding and Resources

According to NCES 2024–2025, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools spends approximately $10,000 per student per year, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.

District Scale and Program Breadth

At 175 schools serving grades Pre-K – 13, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K – 13. The district enrolls approximately 140,000 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.

Understanding the 8/10 Rating

With a rating of 8/10 (above average), Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools ranks among North Carolina’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools earns an above-average rating, reflecting stronger-than-typical resource levels and stable enrollment trends for North Carolina. Above-average districts generally offer solid program variety, adequate staffing, and a track record of organizational stability. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28277

Children in zip code 28277 are assigned to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28277, 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.cms.k12.nc.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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

For families considering a purchase in the Charlotte area, district assignment matters financially. Because Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools serves zip code 28277, homes in and around zip code 28277 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 28277.

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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. 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 28277 data.

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