For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 768 students in 27253, NC.
The top ranked public charter school in 27253, NC is River Mill Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 27253 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27253, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 27253, NC Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
River Mill Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
235 Cheeks Lane
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 229-0909
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 229-0909
Grades: K-12
| 768 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 27253, NC?
The top ranked public charter schools in 27253, NC include River Mill Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 27253?
1 public charter schools are located in 27253.
What is the racial composition of students in 27253?
27253 public charter schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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