For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 1,265 students in 27597, NC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 27597, NC is East Wake Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 27597 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27597, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27597, NC Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Wake Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
821 Charter School Way
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Gr: K-12 | 1,265 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 27597, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 27597, NC include East Wake Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 27597?
1 public charter schools are located in 27597.
What is the racial composition of students in 27597?
27597 public charter schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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