Here’s When Charlotte School Districts Return for the 2024-2025 School Year

Author Randi Moultrie

July 30th 12:31 PM

Piedmont Open Middle School Cheerleading Team. Cheerleaders performed for us during time outs and on the sidelines during the game.

As we enter the month of August, one of the main things we talk about in Charlotte is students returning to school. The new school year is on its way and we’re preparing for new schools, new assignments, new grade levels, and so much more with our students. But, when do schools go back? Some teachers are already back in their classrooms prepping for students to make their return, but what about students?

We went ahead and looked into some of the Charlotte metro school districts to find out when students are returning to school. Most of us already are aware of when our kids are returning, but for those who aren’t so sure we have you covered.

Charlotte School Districts Return Dates

August 7: Mooresville Graded School District
August 8: Rowan-Salisbury Schools
August 9: Stanly County Schools
August 12: Iredell-Statesville School District
August 13: Cabarrus County Schools
August 14: Gaston County Schools, Lincoln County Schools, Avery County Schools, and Cleveland County Schools
August 19: Ashe County Schools and Watauga County Schools
August 26: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Richmond County Schools, Hickory City Schools, Caldwell County Schools, Catawba County Schools, Alexander County Schools, Anson County Schools, Burke County Schools, and Union County Public Schools

Randi Moultrie is a Charleston, South Carolina native and has been in the radio industry for the last few years in Charlotte. Randi started with Beasley Media Group as an intern in 2019 and is now thriving in the digital world. Randi enjoys writing about her favorite foods (especially pizza) and all things fashion and travel. As one who loves taking trips to find new foods, it’s not surprising that she enjoys writing about both!

This North Carolina City Is The 4th Most Educated In The Country

Let’s talk about education. It’s a great way to increase your earning potential. The education level of an area is also an important factor when companies are deciding where to relocate. And the good news? One North Carolina city recently ranked as the 4th most educated in the country. With another coming in just a few spots behind. So what are the most educated North Carolina cities?

First, let’s take a look at the survey. It was conducted by our friends over at WalletHub. According to data shared with us by WalletHub, the median earnings of high school graduates are approximately 40% of what someone with a professional degree makes.

WalletHub’a report on 2024’s Most & Least Educated Cities in America, set out to determine where the most educated Americans are. To do so WalletHub compared the 150 largest U.S. metropolitan statistical areas across 11 key metrics. This includes adults aged 25 and older with a bachelor’s degree or higher, the racial education gap, and the quality of the public school system among other factors.

Let’s face it- cities want to be filled with (and attract) highly educated workers. They are important to economic growth and ultimately tax revenues since higher levels of education often equate to higher salaries

Also educated citizens often want to live somewhere where they can maximize the return on their educational investment as well as be surrounded by others of a similar education level.

So where are the most educated North Carolina cities? Overall 8 cities were amongst this ranking. Keep reading to find out which ones and see where they ranked! Thanks to our friends at WalletHub for sharing their research with us. You can read the full Wallet Hub study here.

Most Educated North Carolina Cities

8. Hickory

Ranking 8th amongst North Carolina cities and 144th overall is Hickory. Despite flying under the radar on this study many consider Hickory a beautiful and affordable place to live!

Total Score: 26.91

Educational Rank: 141

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 140
7. Winston Salem

Ranking 113th overall is Winston-Salem. Which is home to Wake Forest University a prestigious private institution. So this ranking is a little surprising to me. I guess many graduates are not staying in the area post-grad!

Total Score: 45.56

Educational Rank: 119

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 39
6. Fayetteville

Yay Fayetteville! The city beat out two other NC cities and ranked 6th in the state and 106th overall. And that quality of education and attainment rank is in the top 10!

Total Score: 47.95

Educational Rank: 118

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 9
5. Greensboro

Greensboro marks the 4th NC city to rank in the 100s of this study. They came in at 101. Don’t worry it goes up from here (way up!)

Total Score: 48.90

Educational Rank: 108

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 35
4. Charlotte

Are you shocked the largest city in the state is only 4th in this study? Perhaps it’s due to the expansive population. Or more likely the plethora of nearby universities surrounding the top 2 cities. But ranking 45th overall and 4th in the state feels like Charlotte may be underachieving.

Total Score: 60.42

Educational Rank: 56

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 23
3. Asheville

In some ways, this shocks me. But then I remember how expensive it is to live in Asheville and it makes more sense!

Total Score: 63.31

Educational Rank: 35

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 46
2. Raleigh

And second in the state 9th overall is a city near and dear to my heart. And one home to my alma mater- Raleigh. So that does give me a sense of pride!

Total Score: 79.56

Educational Rank: 5

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 30
1. Durham

And the highest-ranking NC city and 4th in the country? Durham home to Duke University.

Total Score: 81.32

Educational Rank: 8

Quality of Education & Attainment Rank: 1