For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 2,490 students in 29732, SC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29732, SC are York Preparatory Academy, Riverwalk Academy and The Palmetto School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 29732 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29732, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29732, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
York Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1047 Golden Gate Court
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Gr: K-12 | 1,672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Riverwalk Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5750 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Gr: K-12 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
The Palmetto School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
386 East Black Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-6555
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-6555
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
29732, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2240 Rosewood Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29732, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29732, SC include York Preparatory Academy, Riverwalk Academy and The Palmetto School.
How many public charter schools are located in 29732?
3 public charter schools are located in 29732.
What is the racial composition of students in 29732?
29732 public charter schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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