Commonwealth High School - 2nd Mile Education
Commonwealth High School is a tuition-free public charter high school serving grades 9–12 (*through age 22). With open enrollment and flexible morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, we help students earn their diploma while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. Our personalized, self-paced program allows students to progress on a schedule that fits real life.
Through strong partnerships with local businesses, families, and community organizations, Commonwealth High School helps students overcome barriers, build essential workforce skills, and graduate prepared for college, careers, and future success. Our mission is to expand opportunity and create brighter futures for students while strengthening the Charlotte community.
- In 2024-2025, 135 off-track students graduated with a high school diploma; 64 off-track students caught up and graduated on time with their graduation cohort.
- 94% of students took advantage of support services provided on our campus for the 24-25 school year.
- Commonwealth was re-accredited by Cognia for an additional 5-year term, and received an index of Educational Quality (IEQ) score that exceeded the average score.
- Flexible schedules
- Free tuition
- Faster credit completion
- Immediate GPA updates
- No homework, self-paced learning
- Free transportation
- College and career support
- Partnerships with local businesses and community organizations
Hear from some of our students!
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Congrats Class of 2025!
Celebrating achievement and new beginnings at our 2025 graduation ceremony.
Our 24-25 Impact