6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Huntersville, North Carolina

23 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 14

Private: 9

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Estimated Scores: 22%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $120,503
Median home value: $441,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 56%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Huntersville compares

North Carolina rank

#100 of 253

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.0

above North Carolina avg (6.4)

Median household income

$121k

178% of North Carolina median

Schools in this city

18

About Schools in Huntersville, North Carolina

Huntersville, North Carolina is home to 23 schools, including 14 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 5 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Huntersville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Huntersville is Grand Oak Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Huntersville is served by 3 school districts: Lake Norman Charter, Bonnie Cone Classical Academy, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. These districts collectively serve 146,874 students.

Huntersville's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $120,503. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (23) Elementary (12) Middle (3) High (5)

Filter by Type: All Types (23) Public (14) Private (9)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (23) Academics (23) Growth (13) Diversity (14) Resources (14)

Filter by ZIP: 28078 (23)

Elementary Schools

12 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Grand Oak Elementary 526 students · Kindergarten–5th	526	Kindergarten–5th	8.3
2	North Academy of World Languages 678 students · Kindergarten–8th	678	Kindergarten–8th	8.2
3	Torrence Creek Elementary 674 students · Kindergarten–5th	674	Kindergarten–5th	8.1
4	Blythe Elementary 884 students · Pre-K–5th	884	Pre-K–5th	7.4
5	Barnette Elementary 817 students · Pre-K–5th	817	Pre-K–5th	7.3
6	Huntersville Elementary 893 students · Kindergarten–5th	893	Kindergarten–5th	7.0
7	Bonnie Cone Classical Academy 546 students · Kindergarten–6th	546	Kindergarten–6th	6.5
8	Long Creek Elementary 498 students · Kindergarten–5th	498	Kindergarten–5th	6.0
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 668 students · Kindergarten–8th	668	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HUNTERSVILLE Private 15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	15	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated
3	GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAKE NORMAN Private 24 students · Kindergarten–5th	24	Kindergarten–5th	Not Rated
4	CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT LAKE NORMAN Private 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	3	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Francis Bradley Middle 1,067 students · 6th–8th	1,067	6th–8th	5.5
2	J. M. Alexander Middle 802 students · 6th–8th	802	6th–8th	3.3
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	THE HALTON SCHOOL Private 22 students · 3rd–8th	22	3rd–8th	Not Rated

High Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Merancas Middle College-CPCC 190 students · 11th–UG	190	11th–UG	7.5
2	North Mecklenburg High School 2,061 students · 9th–12th	2,061	9th–12th	5.9
3	Hopewell High School 1,774 students · 9th–12th	1,774	9th–12th	3.7
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Private 363 students · 9th–12th	363	9th–12th	Not Rated
2	LOCK AND KEY ACADEMY Private 6 students · 10th–11th	6	10th–11th	Not Rated

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lake Norman Charter 2,212 students · Kindergarten–12th	2,212	Kindergarten–12th	6.2
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	SOUTHLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 599 students · Pre-K–12th	599	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	LAKE NORMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 186 students · Kindergarten–12th	186	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Huntersville

Huntersville, North Carolina · 23 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$120,503

Median Home Value

$441,700

Median Rent

$1,722/mo

Population

69,907

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Community Profile

Huntersville has a median household income of $120,503. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $441,700, with a median rent of $1,722/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 23
Elementary: 12
Middle: 3
High: 5
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

Lake Norman Charter

1 school · 2,212 students

Bonnie Cone Classical Academy

1 school · 546 students

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

184 schools · 144,116 students

Nearby Cities

Cornelius (6 schools)

Mooresville (19 schools)

12 mi

Denver (9 schools)

11 mi

Mount Holly (4 schools)

11 mi

Charlotte (225 schools)

Harrisburg (5 schools)

14 mi

Sherrills Ford (1 school)

17 mi

Kannapolis (13 schools)

15 mi

Mcadenville (1 school)

16 mi

Lowell (2 schools)

16 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 schools Winston-salem 77 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Huntersville, North Carolina

How many schools are in Huntersville, North Carolina?

Huntersville has 23 schools, including 14 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Huntersville is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Huntersville on MySchoolScout is Grand Oak Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Huntersville on MySchoolScout is Grand Oak Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The top-ranked middle school in Huntersville on MySchoolScout is Francis Bradley Middle with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best high school in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The top-ranked high school in Huntersville on MySchoolScout is Merancas Middle College-cpcc with a composite score of 7.5/10.

How many school districts serve Huntersville, North Carolina?

Huntersville is served by 3 school districts: Lake Norman Charter, Bonnie Cone Classical Academy, Charlotte-mecklenburg Schools.

What is the education level in Huntersville, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 56% of adults in Huntersville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The median household income in Huntersville is approximately $120,503 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Huntersville, North Carolina?

Yes, Huntersville has 9 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Southlake Christian Academy with a score of 7.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Huntersville, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Huntersville is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Huntersville, North Carolina?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.