Best Schools in Mint Hill, North Carolina
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mint Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bain Elementary
Elementary · Charlotte-mecklenburg Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Queen's Grant Community School
Other · Queen's Grant Community School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rocky River High School
High · Charlotte-mecklenburg Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mint Hill for 2026 are Bain Elementary (7.7/10), Queen's Grant Community School (5.3/10), and Rocky River High School (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$313,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$313,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mint Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bain Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Queen's Grant Community School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Rocky River High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Northeast Middle | 3.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $75,322
- Median home value
- $313,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mint Hill compares
North Carolina rank
#220 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$75k
111% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Mint Hill, North Carolina
Mint Hill, North Carolina is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Mint Hill show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mint Hill is Bain Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mint Hill is served by 2 school districts: Queen's Grant Community School, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. These districts collectively serve 145,457 students.
Mint Hill's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,322. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 754 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 581 students · 6th–8th | 3.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,535 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,341 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Mint Hill
Mint Hill, North Carolina · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,322
Median Home Value
$313,900
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
60,162
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Mint Hill has a median household income of $75,322. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $313,900, with a median rent of $1,412/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Mint Hill, North Carolina
How many schools are in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
Mint Hill has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mint Hill is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Mint Hill on MySchoolScout is Bain Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mint Hill on MySchoolScout is Bain Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Mint Hill on MySchoolScout is Northeast Middle with a composite score of 3.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Mint Hill on MySchoolScout is Rocky River High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Mint Hill, North Carolina?
Mint Hill is served by 2 school districts: Queen's Grant Community School, Charlotte-mecklenburg Schools.
What is the education level in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Mint Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The median household income in Mint Hill is approximately $75,322 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mint Hill, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mint Hill is 22.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mint Hill, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.