NORTH CAROLINA -- When it comes to academics, North Carolina's school systems are ranked among the bottom half of the country, according to a new study.

WalletHub ranked the Tar Heel State 32nd on its list of best public school systems.  

The state ranked 32nd in quality and 25th in safety.

North Carolina was also listed among the states with the lowest ACT scores.  

The rankings were based on performance, funding, safety, class size and instructor credentials.

Massachusetts took the top spot and New Mexico came in last. 

View the full study here

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