K-12 Schools

1. Hough High School
   • Consistently ranked as one of the top high schools in North Carolina
   • Strong AP program and high college acceptance rates
2. Bailey Middle School
   • Known for its challenging academic curriculum
   • Offers a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities
3. Torrence Creek Elementary School
   • Emphasizes character education and global awareness
   • Implements innovative STEM programs

Colleges and Universities

While Huntersville doesn’t have major universities within its borders, there are several renowned institutions in nearby Charlotte:

1. University of North Carolina at Charlotte (about 15 miles away)
   • Large public research university
   • Known for its engineering, business, and computer science programs
2. Davidson College (about 10 miles away)
   • Highly selective liberal arts college
   • Consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges in the nation
3. Central Piedmont Community College (multiple campuses in the area)
   • Offers a wide range of associate degrees and certificate programs
   • Known for its workforce development and transfer programs