Summit Charter

370 Mitten Lane
Cashiers, NC 28717
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Summit Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Summit Charter's student population of 299 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

Summit Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Charter is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#827 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
55-59%
51%
55-59%
50%
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Summit Charter's ranking?
Summit Charter is ranked #827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Summit Charter often compared to?
Summit Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge School, Highlands School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Charter?
The graduation rate of Summit Charter is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Summit Charter?
299 students attend Summit Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Summit Charter students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Charter?
Summit Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Charter offer ?
Summit Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Charter part of?
Summit Charter is part of Summit Charter School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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