Research Triangle Charter
Tel:
(919)957-7108
- Research Triangle Charter serves 703 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
- The percentage of students achieving proficiency in Math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%) for the 2016-17 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in Reading/Language Arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 46%) for the 2016-17 school year.
- The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 16:1.
- Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%.
School Overview
- Research Triangle Charter's student population of 703 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
- The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
| School Type | Charter School |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-8 |
| Total Students | 703 students |
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| Gender % |  |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 39 teachers |
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| Students by Grade |  |
School Comparison
- Research Triangle Charter's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five school years.
- The diversity score of Research Triangle Charter is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Definition of Terms 2016-2017 School Year Data | This School | State Level (NC) |
| Overall School Rank | #1811 out of 2,538 schools (Bottom 50%) | |
| Math Test Scores (% Proficient) | 40% | 47% |
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| Reading / Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient) | 36% | 46% |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 | 16:1 |
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| American Indian | 1% | 1% |
| Asian | 2% | 3% |
| Hispanic | 21% | 17% |
| Black | 72% | 26% |
| White | 3% | 49% |
| Two or more races | 1% | 4% |
| All Ethnic Groups |  |  |
| Diversity Score | 0.44 | 0.46 |
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| Eligible for Free Lunch | 51% | 53% |
| Eligible for Reduced Lunch | 12% | 4% |
| School Statewide Testing | View Education Department Test Scores | |
| School District Name | Research Triangle Charter School District | |
Source: 2016-2017 (latest school year available) NCES, NC Dept. of Education
Nearby Public Schools
- The nearest high school to Research Triangle Charter is Nc Virtual Academy (2.9 miles away)
- The nearest middle school is Nc Virtual Academy (2.9 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Bethesda Elementary School (0.7 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Durham Bethesda Elementary School Grades: PK-5 | 691 students
0.7 miles
2009 S Miami Boulevard
Durham, NC 27703
(919)560-3904 0.7 PK-5 691 - Durham Spring Valley Elementary School Grades: PK-5 | 558 students
2.3 miles
2051 Northern Durham Prky
Durham, NC 27703
(919)560-2890 2.3 PK-5 558 - Durham Nc Virtual Academy Charter School
Grades: K-11 | 1719 students
2.9 miles
4220 Nc Highway 55, Suite 130
Durham, NC 27713
(919)346-0121 2.9 K-11 1719 - Durham Middle College High School @ Dtcc Grades: 11-12 | 161 students
3.0 miles
1637 Lawson Street
Durham, NC 27703
(919)536-7203 3.0 11-12 161 - Durham R N Harris Elementary School Grades: PK-5 | 331 students
3.0 miles
1520 Cooper Street
Durham, NC 27703
(919)560-3967 3.0 PK-5 331
School Reviews
| 2 When I first heard about RTCA I thought that they were doing great things at their school. I talked to several people who had sent their children/grandchildren there before and they told me to stay clear. After being hardheaded and sending my child to this school I now realize that I made a horrible decision. The leadership lacks proper experience to deal with children. They allow children to jump on weaker children and then when the child defends themselves they kick them out of school.
This school is HORRIBLE when it comes to communicating with parents. If your child has a continuous issue with another child they will not allow you to have a conference with the other parent and child. The assistant principal lacks skills to deal with parents who actually care about their child's well being.
Additionally, the lunch is subpar at best. They have to microwave each "mystery meal" and some days the truck that delivers the meals doesn't even show up. - Posted by Parent - domin |
| 2 My son is a rising 7th grader. 6th grade was his first year attending RTCA. I was excited about the academic structure of the school. The smaller class rooms and the individualized attention. I was very disappointed with the teachers. The lack of professionalism and the presence of favortism. The outdoors was not introduced was daily activity. My son rarely saw outdoors. Children need sunshine and play time to ensure their day goes a little bit smoother. - Posted by Parent - bagle |
| 2 This school needs a lot of work. Specifically, the need for quality teachers. My child has been there since kindergarten and with the exception of that year I have been extremely disappointed. I continue to try and work with them, but continue to be disappointed and wish I had moved my child! My child will definitely not be attending next year. - Posted by Parent - aetcr |
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