For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 2,419 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 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 58% statewide average). Charter schools in 29732, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 29732, SC Public Charter Schools (2026)
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 | 1,681 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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