For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 592 students in 27604, NC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 27604, NC is Doral Academy Of North Carolina. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 27604 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27604, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27604, NC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doral Academy Of North Carolina
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7001 Destiny Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 874-1001
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 874-1001
Gr: K-6 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
27604, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hope Charter Leadership Academy (Closed 2020)
Charter School
1116 N Blount Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 834-0941
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 834-0941
Gr: K-5 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Torchlight Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
3211 Bramer Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 850-9960
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 850-9960
Gr: K-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 105:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 27604, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 27604, NC include Doral Academy Of North Carolina.
How many public charter schools are located in 27604?
2 public charter schools are located in 27604.
What is the racial composition of students in 27604?
27604 public charter schools minority enrollment is 71% 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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