Cato Middle College High School, located at 8120 Grier Rd., Charlotte, NC 28215, serves students in grades 11 through 13 as a public early college high school within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Around 179 students attend the campus with student-teacher ratio of 49:1. Female students account for approximately 60% of enrollment, while male students make up about 40% of the student body. Academic performance measures indicate achievement levels above many state averages, reflecting the school's selective and college-focused environment. Students spend much of their time taking college courses through Central Piedmont Community College while completing high school graduation requirements. The graduation rate stands near 95%. The school's model centers on dual enrollment, allowing students to earn significant college credit and, in some cases, associate degrees before finishing high school. Located in northeast Charlotte near the University City and Harrisburg Road corridors, the school serves communities where nearby home values commonly range from the upper-$300,000s to around $800,000. Cato Middle College High School is widely regarded among top high schools in North Carolina for its early college structure, strong graduation outcomes, and emphasis on postsecondary success.