Schools Near Brookhaven in Matthews, NC
One of the advantages of living in Brookhaven is its convenient access to Union County Public Schools, consistently ranked among the top-performing school districts in North Carolina. Brookhaven is zoned for the Weddington cluster, which includes Antioch Elementary, Weddington Middle, and Weddington High—all located within a short drive of the neighborhood.
Public Schools Serving Brookhaven
Antioch Elementary School
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Grades: K–5
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Location: Walking trail access from Brookhaven
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Programs: Strong academic foundation, active PTO, and enrichment opportunities
Weddington Middle School
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Grades: 6–8
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Location: About 5 miles from Brookhaven
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Academics: Offers advanced coursework, STEM initiatives, and electives
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Athletics: Football, basketball, soccer, track, baseball, softball, volleyball
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Clubs & Activities: Band, chorus, robotics, cheerleading, student council
Weddington High School
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Grades: 9–12
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Location: About 6 miles from Brookhaven
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Rankings: Consistently among the top high schools in NC for academics & graduation rates
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Athletics: Football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, track and field, swimming, lacrosse, golf, tennis, cross-country
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Clubs & Activities: Marching band, orchestra, chorus, cheerleading, theater, debate, more than 30 clubs
Private Schools Near Brookhaven
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Covenant Day School (Matthews) – Christian K–12 school offering academics, arts, and athletics.
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Carmel Christian School (Matthews) – K–12 private school with college preparatory academics, fine arts, and athletics.
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Charlotte Christian School (Charlotte, ~15 minutes) – K–12 with strong academic, fine arts, and athletics programs.
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Charlotte Country Day School (Charlotte, ~20 minutes) – Independent JK–12 college-preparatory school with International Baccalaureate program.
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Charlotte Latin School (Charlotte, ~20 minutes) – Independent K–12 school with emphasis on academics, arts, and athletics.
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Grace Academy (Matthews) – Private Christian school serving grades K–12.
Charter Schools Near Brookhaven
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Union Academy Charter School (Monroe) – K–12 public charter school emphasizing character education and college prep.
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Lake Norman Charter (Huntersville, farther but popular) – Grades 5–12, college preparatory curriculum.
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Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy (Charlotte) – K–8 charter focused on gifted education.
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Queens Grant Community School (Mint Hill, ~10 minutes) – K–12 charter offering a college preparatory curriculum.
(Admission to charter schools is application-based and may involve a lottery system.)
Private & Charter Schools Near Brookhaven
| School Name | Type | Grades | Location/Distance from Brookhaven | Highlights |
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| Covenant Day School | Private (Christian) | K–12 | Matthews (~5 minutes) | Academics, arts, athletics |
| Carmel Christian School | Private (Christian) | K–12 | Matthews (~10 minutes) | College-prep academics, fine arts, athletics |
| Charlotte Christian School | Private (Christian) | K–12 | Charlotte (~15 minutes) | Strong academics, arts, athletics |
| Charlotte Country Day School | Private (Independent) | JK–12 | Charlotte (~20 minutes) | International Baccalaureate, college prep |
| Charlotte Latin School | Private (Independent) | K–12 | Charlotte (~20 minutes) | Rigorous academics, arts, athletics |
| Grace Academy | Private (Christian) | K–12 | Matthews (~10 minutes) | Faith-based academics |
| Union Academy Charter School | Charter (Public) | K–12 | Monroe (~20 minutes) | College prep, character education |
| Queens Grant Community School | Charter (Public) | K–12 | Mint Hill (~10 minutes) | College-prep curriculum |
| Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy | Charter (Public) | K–8 | Charlotte (~20 minutes) | Gifted education focus |
| Lake Norman Charter | Charter (Public) | 5–12 | Huntersville (~40 minutes) | College prep, advanced coursework |
Why Education Access Matters
Brookhaven’s location provides access to a broad range of educational opportunities: highly regarded public schools in the Weddington cluster, a variety of private schools, and nearby charter school options. This range of choices allows families to explore the programs and pathways that best meet their needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What public schools serve Brookhaven?
A: Antioch Elementary, Weddington Middle, and Weddington High—all part of Union County Public Schools.
Q: How are Weddington schools ranked in North Carolina?
A: They consistently perform among the top public schools statewide in academics and graduation rates.
Q: What sports and extracurriculars are available at Weddington schools?
A: Offerings include football, basketball, baseball, soccer, track, swimming, lacrosse, band, chorus, theater, robotics, cheerleading, and many student clubs.
Q: Are private and charter schools available nearby?
A: Yes. Matthews and Charlotte offer a wide selection of private schools (such as Covenant Day, Charlotte Christian, and Country Day) and charter schools (such as Union Academy and Queens Grant).
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