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Palisades High School
High School · Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
15221 York Road, Charlotte, NC 28278
Enrollment
2,241
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,241
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Palisades High School
High School in Charlotte · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Palisades Park Elementary
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About Palisades High School
Palisades High School is a public high school in Charlotte, NC, part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Palisades High School serves approximately 2,241 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Palisades High School show 56% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
Palisades High School is a large school: 2,241 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Palisades High School runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,241 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Address
- 15221 York Road, Charlotte, NC 28278
- Phone
- (980) 343-0878
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
How Palisades High School Compares
See how Palisades High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15221 York Road, Charlotte, NC 28278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palisades High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tega Cay Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Tega Cay). Another option is Oakridge Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Clover). Additionally, Orchard Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Mill). For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palisades Park Elementary Charlotte | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Unity Classical Charter School Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PALISADES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Southwest Middle School Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| River Gate Elementary Charlotte | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Winget Park Elementary Charlotte | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lake Wylie Elementary Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Gold Hill Middle Tega Cay | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Mill | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Crowders Creek Elementary Clover | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKE POINTE ACADEMY York | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Oakridge Elementary Clover | 5.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Oakridge Middle Clover | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| India Hook Elementary Rock Hill | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| South Pine Academy Charlotte | 5.4 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,366
Median Home Value
$413,400
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
36,438
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| East Forsyth High Kernersville, NC | 3.6 |
| Robert B Glenn High School Kernersville, NC | 3.6 |
| A L Brown High Kannapolis, NC | 3.7 |
| Overhills High Spring Lake, NC | 3.8 |
| West Charlotte High School Charlotte, NC | 3.8 |
| Julius L. Chambers High School Charlotte, NC | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palisades High School
What grades does Palisades High School serve?
Palisades High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palisades High School?
Palisades High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palisades High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palisades High School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Palisades High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palisades High School has 56% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).
Is Palisades High School a charter school?
No, Palisades High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palisades High School a Title I school?
No, Palisades High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palisades High School?
52.8% of students at Palisades High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 110
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (980) 343-0878
Resources & Links
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools- District Enrollment
- 144,116
- Schools in District
- 184
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,198
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