For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,728 students in 28270, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28270, NC are Telra Institute, Mckee Road Elementary School and Lansdowne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28270 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28270, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28270, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Telra Institute
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4150 Mckee Rd
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 727-2530
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 727-2530
Gr: K-9 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Mckee Road Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4101 Mckee Rd
Charlotte, NC 28270
(980) 343-3970
Charlotte, NC 28270
(980) 343-3970
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Lansdowne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Prett Ct
Charlotte, NC 28270
(980) 343-6733
Charlotte, NC 28270
(980) 343-6733
Gr: K-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28270, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28270, NC include Telra Institute, Mckee Road Elementary School and Lansdowne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28270?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28270.
What is the racial composition of students in 28270?
28270 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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