For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 2,326 students in 28262, NC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 28262, NC are Bradford Preparatory School and Tmsa Charlotte. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 28262 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 28262, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28262, NC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradford Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2502 Salome Church Rd
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 549-0080
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 549-0080
Gr: K-12 | 1,566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Tmsa Charlotte
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9108 Mallard Creek Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 321-7744
Charlotte, NC 28262
(980) 321-7744
Gr: K-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 28262, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 28262, NC include Bradford Preparatory School and Tmsa Charlotte.
How many public charter schools are located in 28262?
2 public charter schools are located in 28262.
What is the racial composition of students in 28262?
28262 public charter schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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